If taxi fares were $1.00 for the first 1/5 mile and $0.30 for each 1/5 mile there after, then the ...

If taxi fares were $1.00 for the first 1/5 mile and $0.30 for each 1/5 mile there after, then the taxi fare for a 3-mile ride was

Quiz

Answer/Solution

$5.20

Steps/Work

In 3 miles , initial 1/5 mile charge is $1
rest of the distance = 3 - (1/5) = 14/5
rest of the distance charge = 14(0.3) = $4.2 (as the charge is 0.3 for every 1/5 mile)
=> total charge for 3 miles = 1+4.2 =5.2
Answer is D.