OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e §8.7 Solve Proportion and Similar Figure Applications · Exercise 58 · Algebra · Rational expressions
Solve Proportion and Similar Figure Applications · Exercise 58
Cost of a Road Trip Danny wants to drive to Phoenix to see his grandfather. Phoenix is 370 miles from Danny’s home and his car gets 18.5 miles per gallon.
ⓐ How many gallons of gas will Danny need to get to and from Phoenix?
ⓑ If gas is $3.19 per gallon, what is the total cost for the gas to drive to see his grandfather?
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OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e · §8.7 Solve Proportion and Similar Figure Applications · Exercise 58
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