Write an equation based on the problem
3.25 is fixed cost, and 1.80 is variable cost, so the equation will be
3.25 + 1.80x = 19.00
x represents the distance she can travel
Solve the equation
3.25 + 1.80x = 19.00
1.80x = 19.00 - 3.25
1.80x = 15.75
x = 15.75/1.80
x = 8.75
She can travel 8.75 miles for the taxi ride