Question

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

Answer 1

Given, 

A three-wheeler scooter charges Rs. 15 for first kilometre and Rs. 8 each for every subsequent kilometre. 

For a distance of x km, an amount of Rs. y is paid.

⇒ 15 × 1 + (x – 1) × 8 = y 

⇒ 8x – y + 7 = 0