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AlgebraEasyCost function for a gym membership

Algebra practice question

A gym charges 20 dollars to join and 15 dollars for each month of membership. Which function gives the total cost C, in dollars, after m months?

  1. A. C = 15m + 20Correct
  2. B. C = 20m + 15
  3. C. C = 35m
  4. D. C = 15m − 20

Answer: A. C = 15m + 20

The monthly charge multiplies m, and the one-time joining fee is the constant.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. C = 20m + 15
This swaps the monthly charge and the joining fee.
C. C = 35m
This charges the joining fee every month.
D. C = 15m − 20
This subtracts the joining fee instead of adding it.

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