Question

You work in the upholstery department of a furniture factory.

You are trained
to upholster couches, loveseats, and chairs.

You receive $165 for each couch, $110 for each loveseat, and $95 for each chair.

During the last 4 weeks you
upholstered 5 couches, 6 loveseats, and 5 chairs.

a. What is your total pay for the 4 weeks?

b. If you worked 160 hours, what was your hourly rate?

Answer 1

total pay in 4 weeks is $ 1960.00

$ 12.25 per hour

Explanation:

5 x 165= $ 825

6 x 110= $ 660

5 x 95= $ 475

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$ 1960.00 dollars divided by 160 = 12.25

1960/ 160= 12.25