Question

Quinn earned $102.00 working 8 hours at her job as an Interior Designer. At her second job as a Vet Tech, she earned $40.50 working 180 minutes. At which job did Quinn earn the most per hour? Explain your reasoning.

Answer 1

Quinn earns $102.00 per every 8 hours worked. Thus we need to find out how much she makes per hour. If 8 hours = $102.00, then 1 hour= 102/8. This equates to precisely $12.75 an hour. At her second job, we need to find out how much she makes per hour as well. She earns $40.50, per 180 minutes or 3 hours. If 3 hours= $40.50 then 1 hour=40.50/3 which equates to $13.50 per hour. Thus, she makes more in her second job per hour * It is important to note, not to let the minutes and hours confuse you. Just convert it.