Answer: See explanation
Explanation:
a. Let the money in m savings account be represented by x.
If I doubled the money in my savings account, I would have $150.62. This means that:
(2 × x) = $150.62
2x = $150.62
Divide both side by x
2x/2 = $150.62/2
x = $75.31
The amount in the savings account is $75.31
b. Let the hourly wage be represented by x.
Three times the hourly wage plus $7.65 in tips equals $27.90. This will be:
(3 × x) + 7.65 = 27.90
3x + 7.65 = 27.90
3x = 27.90 - 7.65
3x = 20.25
x = 20.25/3
x = 6.75
The hourly wage is $6.75