SOLUTION: How do I write an equation for the following problem: The Subway charges $5 to purchase a train card plus $2 every time you ride the Subway. Write an equation that represent the

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Question 1122616: How do I write an equation for the following problem: The Subway charges $5 to purchase a train card plus $2 every time you ride the Subway. Write an equation that represent the total cost for the card, T, if you ride the Subway,R,times.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39620) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
T, total cost for the card
R, number of times subway is ridden
$5, price of train card
$2, price for 1 ride

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Write an equation that represent the total cost for the card, T, if you ride the Subway,R,times.
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The COST for the card does not change, regardless how many times R you ride the subway.

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You want an expression for total cost, including the rides bought and taken?
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