Question

Abdul made $374 for 17 hours of work.

At the same rate, how much would he make for 9 hours of work?

Answer 1

Answer: 198

Explanation:

Divide 374 by 17 to get 22 then multiply 22 by 9 to get 198

Answer 2

x=$198

Explanation:

This question requires critical thinking, therefore we will have to be very careful when solving any of this question

Then let's solve the given question

He worked for 17 hours at $374

We are asked to determine the amount he earned for 9hours

Let's solve

17hours=$374

9hours=$x

Cross multiply

17x=374×9

17x=3366

To make x the subject of formula we will have to divide both sides by 17

x=198

Therefore he will earn $198 for 9hours

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