Question

Ben earns $13 per hour at Starbucks. When he works overtime, he earns time and a half. What is his regular pay for 40 hours of work?

Answer 1

Since he earns $13 per hour
Overtime is (time+half) = $13 + $13/2 = $13 + $6.5 = $19.5
So, his regular pay (40 h/week) would be = $2,253.67

Answer 2

$520

Explanation:

Ben earns $13 per hour of regular work

He gets for 40 hours of regular work:

• $13*40 = $520

Answer is $520