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On her new job, Melissa earned $10.50 per hour, which was $3.80 per hour less than twice what she earned at her previous job. What was the hourly wage at her previous job?

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Answer:
Melissa's old job gave her 17.20 dollars.

Explanation:

Why? Because if you 10.80 x 2 - 3.80 hr less, you get 17.80

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