SOLUTION: I need help with writing a word problem it should be like this: Devise it so that the solution is �Audrey can drive the rental truck for 50 mi without exceeding her budget.�

Question 460413: I need help with writing a word problem it should be like this:
Devise it so that the solution is �Audrey can drive the rental truck for 50 mi without exceeding her budget.�

If someone can help me I would appreciate it tremendously....I am kind of stuck thinking about this one! Thanks in advance!!
Answer by richwmiller(17219) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Audrey has $42.50 budgeted for truck rental.
The truck cost 30 dollars plus $.25 per mile
42.50=.25*x+30
x=50

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