Question

Three weeks ago James worked 46 hours and earned $414. Two weeks ago, he earned $222 by working 37 hours. Last week he worked 42 hours for $378.

a) 125 hours, $1,014
b) 125 hours, $1,014
c) 125 hours, $1,014
d) 125 hours, $1,014

Answer 1

To find the total hours worked and total earnings of James over three weeks, we calculate the rate of pay per hour for each week and then add up the hours and earnings. The answer is 125 hours, $1,014.

This correct answer is d)

Step-by-step explanation:

First, we need to find the rate of pay per hour by dividing the total earnings by the number of hours worked for each week:

Three weeks ago: $414/46 hours = $9 per hour
Two weeks ago: $222/37 hours = $6 per hour
Last week: $378/42 hours = $9 per hour

Now we can calculate the total hours worked and the total earnings:

Total hours worked = 46 + 37 + 42 = 125 hours
Total earnings = $414 + $222 + $378 = $1,014

Therefore, the answer is 125 hours, $1,014.

This correct answer is d)