Answer:
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The given equation helps us understand the relationship between Amber's tips earned and the money she earned through her hourly wage. This information will add up to equal a grand total of $69.20.
We know that Amber earns $15.50 in tips during her 6 hour shift. Therefore, this is not considered part of her wage. This would be one of the constants of our equation.
We also know that Amber earns a fixed hourly wage, but we don't know what this wage is. We need to find w.
Subtract 15.5 from both sides of the equation (and get rid of the currency symbol).
Divide both sides of the equation by 6.
Therefore, Amber's hourly wage is $8.95.