Question

5. Jamal works at a sporting goods store on the weekends. Suppose last weekend he worked 12 hours

and earned $150. How much money does Jamal earn per hour?
Step 1: Write an equation you can use to solve the problem. Be sure to define the variable you use.
NOTE: If you are paid hourly, you must multiply your hourly rate by the number of hours worked in a
week to find the amount of money made. (4 points)
Step 1: Solve the equation you wrote in Step 1. (2 points with work shown)
Step Ill: Explain the meaning of the solution found in Step 2. (2 points)

Answer 1

5) $12.50 per hour.

Explanation:

divide $150 by 12, to get a quotient of 12.5.