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Modeling with Rational Functions

Question 5 • FL-1200330-Algebra 2 CR

Colleen plans to start a small business by making and selling skirts. A sewing machine costs $250, and she estimates that she will spend $15 on materials for each skirt.Which expression represents Colleen’s total costs, in dollars, for making x skirts?

Answer
A
250 + 15x
B
250x + 15
C
250(15x)
D
(250 + x)15

Explanation

The sewing machine is a one-time cost of $250. Materials cost $15 for each skirt, so making x skirts costs 15x dollars in materials. Adding these gives a total cost of 250 + 15x, which is choice A.

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