Algebra 1 Question

Question

John owns a concession stand where he sells drinks and snacks. He purchases each drink for $0.50 and sells it for $1.25. Let P be the profit John makes selling x sodas.

Which explanation is the correct interpretation of P(16) = 12?

A. When John sells 12 drinks, he makes a profit of $12

B. When John sells 12 drinks, he makes a profit of $16

C. When John sells 16 drinks, he makes a profit of $12

D. When John sells 16 drinks, he makes a profit of $16

Answer 1

C) is correct

for 16 drinks his profit =(3/4)(16)= $12