- Ms. Ali needs to have her car repaired but does not want to spend more than $225
for the repairs. The mechanic says that the part needed for the repair will cost $78,
and that labor will cost an additional $35 per hour. Which inequality below
represents the greatest number of hours the mechanic can work without exceeding
Ms. Ali's budget? Use the steps below to solve. Then, HIGHLIGHT YOUR ANSWER.
a. 225 - 35x < 78
b. 35x + 78 > 225
c. 35 + 78x ≤ 225
d. 35x + 78 ≤ 225