Comparing Costs: How Many Hours to Rent a Bike for the Price to Equal a Scooter?

Understanding the cost structure of vehicle rentals is crucial in making an informed decision. Let's break down the costs for both a bicycle and an electric scooter rental to find out how many hours you would need to rent the bike for the price to equal the scooter for the same duration.

Cost Structure

• Bicycle Rental: $15 plus $9.50 per hour.


• Electric Scooter Rental: $25 plus $7 per hour.

Setting Up the Equation

To determine the number of hours (h) at which the cost of renting a bicycle equals the cost of renting an electric scooter, set the costs equal to each other:

$15 + $9.50h = $25 + $7h

Solving the Equation

1. Subtract $7h from both sides:
   $15 + $2.50h = $25


2. Subtract $15 from both sides:
   $2.50h = $10


3. Divide both sides by $2.50:
   h = 4

Conclusion

So, you would need to rent the bicycle for 4 hours to match the price of renting the electric scooter for the same amount of time. Understanding this balance can help you choose the option that best suits your needs and budget.

Tip: Always consider these cost structures and your planned duration of rental to get the best deal. Happy riding!