Cody works at a laundry 40 hours a week earning $8.50 an hour. He is asked to work 9 additional hours at time and a half. How much will he earn for his total pay?

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Sir Crispalot asked Jul 1, 2022

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Cody works at a laundry 40 hours a week earning $8.50 an hour.

He is asked to work 9 additional hours at time and a half. How
much will he earn for his total pay?

Mathematics
high-school

Sir Crispalot asked Jul 1, 2022

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40 x 8.50 = $340
Time and a half would be 8.50 + 4.25= 12..75; so multiply 9 x 12.75=$114.75
Now add regular pay with overtime pay
$340 + 114.75 = $454.75
The answer is $454.75

Roberto Rodriguez answered Jul 4, 2022