Question

A mechanic charges 43$ per hour for labor and $217 for parts. the total bill is $518. Write an equation to find the hours 'x' that the mechanic worked.

Answer 1

Answer:

43x+217=518

Step-by-step explanation:

43 is the amount per hour, since you are looking for total hours x represents hours. if the total charge is $518 them

 43x+217=518

        -217  -217

43x= 301

43       43

x=7