Samantha and Matt are each saving for new bikes. So far, Samantha has saved $15 and can earn $2 per hour for babysitting. Matt h

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Samantha and Matt are each saving for new bikes. So far, Samantha has saved $15 and can earn $2 per hour for babysitting. Matt h

as saved $3 and can earn $4 per hour working at his family's restaurant. After how many hours of work will Samantha and Matt have earned the same amount?

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Sophie [7] · Answer 1 · 2023-05-19T02:57:35+03:00

Sophie [7]2 years ago

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Answer:

6 hours

Step-by-step explanation:

Samantha = 15 + 2x
Matt = 3 + 4x
Samantha = Matt
[x = Number of hours]

<u>Solution:</u>

15 + 2x = 3 + 4x
=> 15 - 3 = -2x + 4x
=> 12 = 2x
=> x = 6

Hence, after 6 hours of work, Samantha and Matt will have the same amount.