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Using the word problem below, WRITE AN EQUATION to model the situation. Do NOT solve.

A plumber charges a $40 service fee to come to your house. He also charges $50 for each hour that he works. The plumber charges you a total of $190. Use h for the number of hours.

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Answer:y=50h+40

Explanation:

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Answer:

50*h+40 = 190

Explanation:

50*h+40 = 190 where

50h will give you how much you pay for the hours of work

40 is the flat fee that you add up to the total

User Antoine Meltzheim
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