The correct inequality to find x, the maximum number of months Katy is enrolled so that the total charge of School A is less than the total charge of School B is:
a 17.5x + 55 > 12.5x + 95
Katy wants to enroll in art school. School A charges a monthly charge of $17.50 and a one-time enrollment fee of $55. School B charges a monthly charge of $12.50 and a one-time enrollment fee of $95. Which inequality can be used to find x, the maximum number of months Katy is enrolled so that the total charge of School A is less than the total charge of School B?
a 17.5x + 55 > 12.5x + 95
b 17.5x + 95 < 12.5 + 55
c 17.5 - 55 < 12.5 - 95
d 17.5x + 55 < 12.5x + 95
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