Answer:
To derive the equation for the cost of driving a gasoline-powered car, you'll need to consider several factors:
1. **Fuel Efficiency**: The car's fuel efficiency (miles per gallon or liters per 100 kilometers).
2. **Fuel Price**: The current price per gallon or per liter of gasoline.
3. **Distance Traveled**: The total distance you plan to drive.
The cost equation can be expressed as:
\[ \text{Cost} = \left(\frac{\text{Distance}}{\text{Fuel Efficiency}}\right) \times \text{Fuel Price} \]
Where:
- Distance is in miles or kilometers.
- Fuel Efficiency is in miles per gallon or liters per 100 kilometers.
- **Fuel Price** is per gallon or per liter.
If you provide specific values for these variables, we can delve further into the calculation.
