Question

The amount of money an employee earns is proportional to the number of hours worked. If the employee works 40 hours and earns $1,100, how much does the employee earn per hour?

Answer 1

Answer: $27.5

Explanation:

From the question, we are informed that employee works 40 hours and earns $1,100, to calculate the amount that the employee earn per hour will be:

Amount earned = $1100

Number of hours worked = 40 hours

Amount earned per hour = $1100/40 = $27.5