Question

Westford Auto Repair originally paid its mechanics 28 per hour. Now that

there is a new owner, the mechanics make 25% less. How much do the
mechanics make per hour now?

Answer 1

To calculate how much the mechanics make per hour now, you'll need to find 25% less than the original rate of $28 per hour.

First, calculate the reduction:

25% of $28 = (25/100) * $28 = $7

Now, subtract this reduction from the original rate to find the new rate:

$28 - $7 = $21

So, the mechanics now make $21 per hour.