Question

Malorie earned $240 in 6 hours. How much will she earn if she works for 8 hours at the same rateA.246B.280C.320D.380

Answer 1

Using proportion,

let x be the amount she earn in 8 hours

$240 = 6 hours

x = 8 hours

cross - multiply

6x = 240(8)

6x = 1920

Divide both -side by 6

x = $320