Question

Erica has found a pair of running sneakers that she likes, costing $150. She has saved $31 already, and she has a job where she earns $8.50 per hour. How many hours will she have to work in order to afford the sneakers?

B) 18
C) 22
D) 14

Answer 1

14. Subtract 31 from 150 then divide by 8.50

Answer 2

D.14 because 150-31=119 and 119 divided by 8.50 equals 14