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Set 2: Linear Inequalities (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

A phone plan costs $30 plus 0.10 per text. Maximum texts for $50 or less?

A phone plan costs $30 plus 0.10 per text. Maximum texts for $50 or less?

A.

200

✓ Correct
B.

150

C.

180

D.

250

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. 30 + 0.1t <= 50. 0.1t <= 20, t <= 200

Why others are wrong:
B: 150 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 180 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 250 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.