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Algebra practice question
The cost C, in dollars, of hiring a hall for h hours is C = 60 + 25h. What is the cost of hiring the hall for 0 hours?
- A. $60Correct
- B. $25
- C. $85
- D. $0
Answer: A. $60
At h = 0, C = 60.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. $25
- $25 is the hourly rate.
- C. $85
- $85 is the cost for one hour.
- D. $0
- The fixed charge applies even at 0 hours.
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