SOLUTION: Figure out initial 1/5 mile at $2.00 then 0.40 each additional 1/5 a mile. How many miles can I travel with $9.60 ? Please explain how to complete. Thanks so much

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Question 522204: Figure out initial 1/5 mile at $2.00 then 0.40 each additional 1/5 a mile.
How many miles can I travel with $9.60 ?
Please explain how to complete.
Thanks so much
Answer by solver91311(24713) About Me  (Show Source):
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Subtract 2.00 from 9.60. Divide the result by 0.40 to get the number of 1/5 miles you get at the $0.40 per 1/5 mile rate. Add 1 for the 1/5 mile you went on the first $2.00. Divide by 5 to get the number of miles.

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