Question

Sophia worked for 6 hours and got paid $85. How much money did Sophia will earn if she works for 18

hours?

Answer 1

she earned $85 for working for 6 hours

6 = $85
18 = ?

18 * 85/6 = 1530/6 = $255

Answer 2

Answer: $255

Explanation:

Use proportions:

`(6hr)/(85) =(18hr)/(x)`

Cross-multiply & solve:

`6x=18 * 85\\6x=1530\\x=255`