Set Up an Equation That Can Be Used to Solve

question 86

Multiple Choice

Set up an equation that can be used to solve the problem. Solve the equation and answer the question asked.
-During a hurricane evacuation from the east coast of Georgia, a family traveled 240 miles west. For part of the trip, they averaged 50 mph, but as the congestion got bad, they had to slow to 10 mph. If the total time of travel
Was 9 hours, how many miles did they drive at the reduced speed?

• A) 57.5 miles
• B) 62.5 miles
• C) 47.5 miles
• D) 52.5 miles

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Definitions:

Fixed Cost

Fixed costs are unaffected by the volume of production or sales, covering expenditures like rental fees, salaries, and insurance charges.

Assembly Department

A section or division within a manufacturing facility where various components are assembled into final products, playing a crucial role in the production process.

Service Costs

Service costs entail the expenses associated with providing services, including labor, materials, and overhead.

Margin

The difference between the selling price of a product and the cost of goods sold, often expressed as a percentage of the selling price.