Question

A taxi service charges $3.00 just to get in the cab and $1.00 for each mile traveled. How much would it cost to drive 8
miles?

Answer 1

To calculate the total cost of a taxi ride for 8 miles, you can use the following formula:

1. The initial charge to get in the cab: $3.00
2. The charge per mile: $1.00

First, calculate the cost for the miles traveled:
\[
\text{Cost for miles} = 8 \text{ miles} \times 1.00 \text{ dollar/mile} = 8.00 \text{ dollars}
\]

Then, add the initial charge:
\[
\text{Total cost} = 3.00 \text{ dollars (initial)} + 8.00 \text{ dollars (for miles)} = 11.00 \text{ dollars}
\]

So, the total cost to drive 8 miles would be **$11.00**.