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Q15. Ken earned x dollars at his part-time job on Friday. His wife earned $12 more than twice Ken's pay (2x + 12). Together, they earned $174. How much did Ken earn on Friday?
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Q15. Ken earned x dollars at his part-time job on Friday. His wife earned $12 more

than twice Ken's pay (2x + 12). Together, they earned $174. How much did Ken earn
on Friday?

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Answer: Ken Earned 81$

Step-by-step explanation: Subtract 12 from the total, then divide by 2 because his wife earns double than him, plus 12$ more.

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