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Naomi has earned $75 mowing lawns for the past two days. She worked 2 1/2 yesterday and 3 3/4 hours today. if Naomi is paid the same amount for every hour she works, how much does she earn per hour to mow lawns?

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Answer:

If Naomi is paid the same amount every hour, she would make 12 dollars an hour.

Explanation:

Since she earned $75 on both days combined, just add 2.5 and 3.75, and you get 6.25. Then divide 75 and 6.25 and there is your answer. Hope that helps!

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