The table below shows the cost of renting a bicycle at Belmar Beach for different numbers of hours.
Bicycle Rental Cost
Numbers of Hours
1-$7.50
2-11.00
3-$14.50
4-$18.00
Part A: Write an algebraic equation for each of the statements below. Let c be the total cost
and h be the number of hours.
A.
The cost is $7.50 per hour.

B.
The cost is a one-time fee of $4 plus $3.50 per hour.
C.
The cost is a one-time fee of $3.50 plus $4 per hour.
Part B: Which of the statements (A, B, or C) accurately models the "Bicycle Rental Cost" chart
above? Prove your response by testing each row of the chart using the expression you choose.
Part C: Sherlyn has $30. She says that she can rent a bicycle for 8 hours. Explain your
response.