Word Problems Linear Equations

Question

Model the following situation with an equation by determining the slope and y-intercept. An amusement park charges $8.00 and $2.00 per ride.

 

a. y=8x=+2

b. y=2x+8

c. y= 8x-2

d. y=-2x+8

 

Answer 1

y=2x+8

 

The guests already have to pay $8 to get in. Then, they have to pay an extra $2 per ride.  "X"  is the variable that represents the number of rides ridden.