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Alex just received an increase in wage of 2.75 per hour.Before the raise went into effect he was earning 14.05 per hour. How much is tge increase in his wages for a 36 hour work week?

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$171

Explanation:

We are asked to calculate his wage increase for a 36 hour work week.

Firstly, we calculate the amount he was earning at the old paying template where he was paid 14.05 per hour. Hence for a 36 weeks work hour, he would have earned 36 * 14.05 = $505.8

His new earnings per hour is 14.05 + 2.75 = $16.8

His earnings, based on new paying template would be 16.8 * 36 = $676.8

His increase in wages for a 36 hour work week would be $676.8 - $505.8 = $171

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