Math Question...

Question

Sonya​, who is paid​ time-and-a-half for hours worked in excess of 40​ hours, had gross weekly wages of $783

for 52 hours worked. What is her regular hourly​ rate?

Answer 1

Let r be the hourly rate.

40r + (1.5)(52-40)r = $783

(40+18)r=783

r = 783/58 = $13.50