Solve Applications with Rational Equations · Exercise 75
Write an inverse variation equation to solve the following problems.
The fuel consumption (mpg) of a car varies inversely with its weight. A Toyota Corolla weighs 2800 pounds getting 33 mpg on the highway.
ⓐ Write the equation that relates the mpg to the car’s weight. ⓑ What would the fuel consumption be for a Toyota Sequoia that weighs 5500 pounds?
OpenStax, Intermediate Algebra 2e · §7.5 Solve Applications with Rational Equations · Exercise 75
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