Question

Jason has applied to be a camp counselor for the summer. The job pays $9 per hour. The equation to represent Jason’s job is y = 9x, where x is the number of hours he works and y is the total amount he earns. Mia has applied to be a lifeguard for the summer. The lifeguard job is three days a week with hours and pay as shown in the table below. Tuesday Thursday Saturday Hours worked 6 8 5 Amount paid $52.50 $70.00 $43.75 Which statement best describes the hourly rates?

Answer 1

Answer:

Mia makes 8.75 per hour

Step-by-step explanation:

52.50/6= 8.75

70/8= 8.75

43.75/5= 8.75

y= 8.75x

Answer 2

$8.75/hr

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