Question

Susan received $27 for 6 hours of work. Ricky received $14.25 for 3 hours of work. Which statement is true about there hourly rate? Answer choices: A:Susan's rate was closer to $5.00 B:Susan's rate was $0.70 more per hour C: Rickys rate was 0.25 more per hour D:Ricky was paid at half Susan's rate

Answer 1

Answer: C. Rickys rate was 0.25 more per hour" .

Explanation:

Susan received $27 for 6 hours of work. Susan's rate we hour will be:

= $27/6

= $4.5

Ricky received $14.25 for 3 hours of work. Ricky's rate will be:

= $14.25/3

= $4.75

From the option given, the correct option is C "Rickys rate was 0.25 more per hour" .

This is because $4.75 - $4.5 = $0.25