Question

1. two taxi companies each charge a set amount per mile plus a flat fee. the system of equations graphed on the grid represents this situation. which value best represents the number of miles driven when both companies charge the same total amount? a. 8.75 mi b. 1.25 mi c. 5 mi d. 2.75 mi

Explanation:

Step1: Identify intersection point

The two lines intersect at the point where the x-value (distance in miles) is 5, since this is the x-coordinate where both taxi companies have the same total cost (y-value).

Step2: Match to options

The x-value of the intersection point corresponds to the number of miles where both companies charge the same amount, which is 5 mi.

Answer:

C. 5 mi