Question

Select the correct answer.
Jeff has recorded the cost of insurance premiums on his car for a particular insurance company.

Years Payments
1 $1,200
6 $7,200
9 $10,800

Daniel pays $1,150 per year for insurance premiums on his car. Whose unit rate is lower in terms of cost per year, and what is the rate?

A.
Daniel's unit rate is lower. It is $1,150 per year.
B.
Jeff's unit rate is lower. It is $1,200 per year.
C.
Daniel's unit rate is lower. It is $1,200 per year.
D.
Jeff's unit rate is lower. It is $1,150 per year.
E.
Jeff and Daniel have the same unit rate. It is $1,150 per year.

Answer 1

A. Daniel's unit rate is lower. It is $1,150 per year.

Jeff's rate = 7,200 ÷ 6 = $1,200 per year (also 10,800 ÷ 9 = $1,200), and 1,150 < 1,200.