Let's call x1: The rate per hour of the number one mechanic. X2: The rate per hour of mechanic number two. The first thing you should do is identify the system of equations that best describes the problem. In this case it is a system of 2 equations with two unknowns which when solved gives a total of x1 = 85 $ / h and x2 = 50 $ / h. Attached solution.
156 divided by 4 is 39 So each side is 39
The total bill amount before the service fee is given as $45.
We are given that the tip she wants to leave is 15% of the bill amount, this means that:
tip value = 0.15 * 45 = 6.75$
The total bill would be the summation of the original bill and the tip value she left.
Total bill amount = 45 + 6.75 = 51.75$