First, calculate the total cost for Top-Notch Car Rental for a 300-mile trip:
C = 150 + (0.35 * 300)
C = 150 + 105
C = 255
Next, calculate the total cost for Fleetwood Car Rental for a 300-mile trip:
C = 200 + (0.10 * 300)
C = 200 + 30
C = 230
The total cost for Top-Notch Car Rental is $255 and the total cost for Fleetwood Car Rental is $230. Therefore, the less expensive company is 2 (Fleetwood Car Rental) by $25.