Question

A three - wheeler scooter charges $Rs.15$ for first kilometer and $Rs.8$ each for every subsequent kilometer. For a distance of $xkm$, an amount of $Rs.y$ is paid. Write the linear equation representing the above information

Answer 1

The scooter charges Rs. $15$ for first kilometer and Rs. $8$ each for every subsequent kilometer.

Distance traveled $=x$ km

So, Rs. $15$ is paid for first kilometer.

And Rs. $8$ each for every subsequent kilometer for the rest $x-1$ km

Total amount paid $=15+8(x-1)$

$y=15+8x-8$

$y=8x+7$