A taxi charges a flat fee of $3.50 plus $2.25 per mile. If a passenger paid $17.00 for a ride, how many miles did they travel?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Formulate the equation: 3.50 + 2.25m = 17.00. Subtract 3.50 from both sides: 2.25m = 13.50. Divide by 2.25 to solve for m: m = 6 miles.