This can be modeled by the equation y -0.0984x + 16.7 where xis
distance in miles and y is cost in
dollars.
8) The cost of a flight is related to the
distance traveled:
Miles Cost (5)
400
55
975 108
1,475 180
1,775 185
1.975 199
2,275 246
306
150
SO
Ison
200
Distance (miles)
a) Using this model, what would be the cost of a flight that travels 650 miles?
Round your answer to the nearest dollar.
b) According to the model, how much would a 3200-mile flight cost? Round your
answer to the nearest dollar.