Question

A parking garage charges fees based on how long you park. The first 2 hours cost $5 each. Hours 3 through 5 cost $3 each. Any time over 5 hours costs $2 per hour. What is the total fee for parking for 7 hours?

(1 point)

$14

$22

$23

$35

Answer 1

$23

Calculation: 2 hours × $5 = $10; hours 3–5 (3 hours) × $3 = $9; hours 6–7 (2 hours) × $2 = $4. Total = $10 + $9 + $4 = $23.