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A tariff is a schedule of rates or charges for a service, such as electricity, water, or telecommunication services. It outlines how much a customer will pay based on their usage or a fixed fee.

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Part 2.1

A tariff is a schedule of rates or charges for a service, such as electricity, water, or telecommunication services. It outlines how much a customer will pay based on their usage or a fixed fee.

Part 2.2

An advantage of Option A (Contract) is that it offers a predictable monthly cost for a set amount of call minutes, which can help with budgeting. If Lelo uses close to or less than the included 300 minutes, the per-minute cost is effectively lower than pay-as-you-go.

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  1. Calculate the total monthly cost for Option A if Lelo uses 250 minutes.

    Option A has a fixed monthly fee of R220 and includes 300 minutes. Since Lelo uses 250 minutes, which is less than 300 minutes, there are no extra call costs.

    Cost for Option A=R220.00\text{Cost for Option A} = \text{R}220.00
  2. Calculate the total monthly cost for Option B if Lelo uses 250 minutes.

    Option B has no monthly fee, and calls cost R2.30 per minute.

    Cost for Option B=250 minutes×R2.30/minute\text{Cost for Option B} = 250 \text{ minutes} \times \text{R}2.30/\text{minute} Cost for Option B=R575.00\text{Cost for Option B} = \text{R}575.00
  3. Compare the costs and identify the cheaper option.

    Cost for Option A = R220.00
    Cost for Option B = R575.00
    Since R220.00 < R575.00, Option A is cheaper.
    The total monthly cost for Option B is R575.00, and Option A is cheaper for using 250 minutes.

Part 2.4

Choosing the wrong tariff can significantly affect Lelo's monthly budget by leading to unexpected or higher expenses. For example, if Lelo chooses a pay-as-you-go tariff (Option B) but makes many calls, her costs could be much higher than a contract (Option A) that includes a large bundle of minutes. Conversely, if she chooses a contract (Option A) but makes very few calls, she might be paying a fixed fee for minutes she doesn't use, which is also inefficient spending. This miscalculation can strain her budget, leaving less money for other necessities.

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