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algebraThe cost of renting a car is given by , where is the number of days. What does the number 50 represent?
A
The initial rental fee
B
The cost per day
C
The total cost for 1 day
D
The number of days rented
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the correct answer. Interpret the y-intercept.
- Equation: is in form.
- Intercept (): 50. This is the value when .
- Context: The starting cost or base fee before any days are added.
💡 Strategic Tip: The constant term is the "start". The coefficient is the "rate".
Choice B is incorrect because 25 is the rate. Choice C is incorrect because cost for 1 day is . Choice D is incorrect because is the variable.