A specific arithmetic sequence is defined by the function f (x+ 1) = 5/2 f (x),

A specific arithmetic sequence is defined by the function f (x+ 1) = 5/2 f (x), for x is greater than or equal to 1. When f (1) = 36, what is the value of f (5)
   
A) 1406.25
   
B) 562.5
 
C) 225
   
D) 90





Shania gets estimates for car repairs from two repair shops. Repair Shop T charges a fee of $125.50 for the parts that Shania needs and a labor charge of $65 per hour. Repair Shop W quotes the charges as shown in the table.

Repair Shop W Charges
Time (hour)      Total(dollars)
0.5                  163.75
2                     259.00
3.5                  354.25
5                     449.50
7.5                  608.25
What is the difference in the charges for the parts between the two repair shops?

A) $0.50
   
B) $1.50
 
C) $6.50
   
D) $7.50