Question

Sophia worked for 6 hours and got paid $85. How much money did Sophia will earn if she works for 18
hours?

Answer 1

Answer: $255

Step-by-step explanation:

Use proportions:

$\frac{6hr}{85} =\frac{18hr}{x}$

Cross-multiply & solve:

$6x=18 * 85\\6x=1530\\x=255$

Answer 2

she earned $85 for working for 6 hours

6 = $85
18 = ?

18 * 85/6 = 1530/6 = $255