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Question 4 • ****Spring 2026 Financial Math - MA2007 MQS21QXV

The Hendersons have just bought a home that requires some monthly yard maintenance. They are trying to decide if they should hire a professional lawn care service to maintain the property or do it themselves. Below are the costs associated with both options:Professional Service OptionDo-It-Yourself Option$75 for the first month$250 lawnmower $45 per month after initial visit$135 edgerIncludes mowing and edging the lawn, trimming the bushes, and raking the leaves.$69 hedge trimmer $25 rakeHow long would it take before the Hendersons would recover their costs if they chose to do it themselves over the professional service?a.5 monthsb.9 monthsc.10 monthsd.6 months

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