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The parking rates of a shopping mall for 4-wheelers and 2-wheelers are as follows:

Two-wheelers pay a flat fee of $20, and four-wheelers pay a flat fee of $50 for five hours. The charge for four-wheelers increases by $20 for each extra hour. The charge for two-wheelers increases by $10 for each additional hour.

If Sam parks his motorcycle for 8 hours, how much will he pay?

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• A $40
• B $50
• C $60
• D $70

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Answer: B. $50

Sam will pay $50 for parking his motorcycle.
First 5 hours: Flat fee of $20.
Extra hours: 8 hours total - 5 initial hours = 3 extra hours.
Additional charge: 3 hours × $10 per hour = $30.
Total cost: $20 + $30 = $50.

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