Question

Juan needed to have his furnace fixed. The total cost for parts was $30. 5 points

The labor rate was $32 per hour. If Juan's total cost to have his furnace
fixed was $958, how many hours of labor were needed?

Answer 1

Subtract the cost of the parts from the total then divide that by the hourly rate:

958-30 = 928

928/32 = 29

Answer: 29 hours