A mechanic charges $60 to inspect your heater, plus $70 per hour to work on it. You owe the mechanic a total of $410. Write and

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dedylja [7]

2 years ago

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A mechanic charges $60 to inspect your heater, plus $70 per hour to work on it. You owe the mechanic a total of $410. Write and

solve an equation to find the amount of time h (in hours) the mechanic works on your heater.

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1 answer:

ratelena [41] · Answer 1 · 2022-01-05T05:49:55+03:00

ratelena [41]2 years ago

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Answer:

($410 - $60) / $70 = 5

After subtracting the $60 base fee, you can just divide the hours paid for by the hourly wage and find out how many hours were worked. Hope this helps!