Question

There are two different jobs you are considering applying to. The first job will pay $4200 per month plus a

starting bonus of $1500. The second job pays $3100 per month plus $600 per month for rent and a starting
homs of S2000. In which month will these two jobs pay the same amount per month?

Answer 1

Answer: They will pay the same in the first month.

Explanation:

4200x + 1500 = 3100x + 600x + 2000

4200x + 1500 = 3700x + 2000

500x + 1500 = 2000

500x = 500

x = 1