Assuming a maximum rental duration of 8 days, if we apply this to the equation, Happy Harry's Rentals costs $500, while Smilin' Sam's charges $600. Therefore, for the 7th and 8th days, Happy Harry's Rentals is a better option, while Smilin' Sam's is preferable for the first six days.
The answer must be B Step-by-step explanation:
To calculate total earnings: 40 hours multiplied by $8.95 leads to earnings of $358. After deducting expenses, the total earnings would be $358 - ($35.24 + $24.82 + $21.33) = $276.61.