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Question 7

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8. Tianna worked 45 hours last week. Her employer pays time and a half for hours over 40. Her gross pay was $451.25. What is her
hourly rate?

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Answer:

$9.50

Explanation:

40x + (5*1.5*x) = 451.25

40x + 7.5x = 451.25

47.5x = 451.25

x = 9.50

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