To find the total cost for Mr. Imani, we can use the formula given:
\[ \text{Total Cost} = 1.25p + 2.50n \]
Substituting \(p = 10\) and \(n = 30\):
\[ \text{Total Cost} = 1.25(10) + 2.50(30) \]
Calculating each term:
\[ 1.25(10) = 12.50 \] \[ 2.50(30) = 75.00 \]
Now, add these amounts together:
\[ \text{Total Cost} = 12.50 + 75.00 = 87.50 \]
So, the total cost for Mr. Imani to purchase 10 packs of paper and 30 notebooks is $87.50.