Question

Last month, Jennifer earned $143 for her after-school job. If she was paid $6.50 per hour, how many hours did Jennifer work?

A.18 hours
B.20 hours
C.22 hours
D. 24 hours

Answer 1

22 hours.

Explanation:

Using algebra:

6.5x = 143

6.5 6.5

x = 22