Question

Three weeks ago James worked 46 hours and earned $414. Two weeks ago he earned $333 by working 37 hours. Last week he worked

42 hours for $378.
How much does James need to earn this week so that his average weekly earning is $380? How many hours does he have to work to earn
this amount?

Answer 1

43 hours / 42.2 hours (whichever your teacher wants

Explanation:

James in paid $9 an hour

46x9= 414

37x9= 333

42x9 = 378

So if you divide 380 by 9 you get 42.2.