Question

Ryan worked for 7 hours and earned $52.50. If this rate increased by 4%, what will he earn if he works for 8 hours?

Answer 1

$62.40

Explanation:

7 hours of work: $52.50

1 hour of work:

$52.50 / 7 = $7.5

$7.5 per hour

If Ryan's rate increased by 4%, what would he earn per hour?

$7.5 * 1.04 = $7.8

New hourly wage: $7.8 per hour

For 8 hours of work:

$7.8 * 8 = $62.4 = $62.40

Answer: $62.40