Question 662654
1 for .5hr
then 1.25 for additional
9 > 1(.5) + 1.25x
9 - .5 > 1.25x
8.5 > 1.25x
6.8 > x
6 hours of parking for $9
Proof
partial hour +  full hour + 5 full hours
1 + 1.25 + 1.25(5) = $8.50
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