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John wants to buy a new phone which costs$1000. 0. He has $175. 00 in his piggyback. He works in a grocery store down the street for $12. 50 an hour. How many hours will he need to work before he can buy his new phone ?

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Answer:

66 hours

Explanation:

1. 1000 - 175 = 825

(He needs $825 left.)

2. 825/12.50=66

He needs to work 66 more hours before he can buy his new phone.

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