document.write( "Question 871152: The cost of a cab ride is a linear function of the distance traveled.If a 5 mile ride is $12 and a 9 mile ride is$14, what equation can be used to find the cost[c]for any distance traveled[m]? \n" ); document.write( "

Algebra.Com's Answer #525355 by ewatrrr(24785) $\"\"$ $\"About$

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document.write( "9x + y = 14
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document.write( "5x + y = 12  |Subtract from 1st EQ
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document.write( "  4x = 2
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document.write( "   x = $0.50  and y = $10
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document.write( "C = .50m + 10 \n" );
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