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working as a waiter, Michael earns $6.50 per hour plus tips. last night he received $36.50 in tips and earned a total of $65.75. how many hours did he work

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Michael worked 4.5 hours. 65.75 - 36.50 = 29.25, therefore, Michael made $29.25 not including tips. 29.25/6.50 = 4.5
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