You want to rent a moving truck for the day. The first option has a $20 flat fee, and an extra $2.50 per hour. The second option is a $50 flat fee for the entire day. In how many hours was it the price be the same? Based on your answer to part A, if you plan to use the rental truck for nine hours, which one is the better deal? (Just write first or second)

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You want to rent a moving truck for the day. The first option has a $20 flat fee, and an extra $2.50 per hour. The second option is a $50 flat fee for the entire day. In how many hours was it the price be the same? Based on your answer to part A, if you plan to use the rental truck for nine hours, which one is the better deal? (Just write first or second)
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