Question

write an equation to describe the situation. solve.

1. a waitress earned $73 for 6 hours of work. the total included $46 in tips. what was her hourly wage?

Explanation:

Step1: Define variables

Let \( x \) be the hourly wage (in dollars per hour).

Step2: Set up the equation

The total earnings come from wages for 6 hours plus tips. So, \( 6x + 46 = 73 \).

Step3: Solve for \( x \)

Subtract 46 from both sides: \( 6x = 73 - 46 \)
\( 6x = 27 \)
Divide both sides by 6: \( x = \frac{27}{6} = 4.5 \)

Answer:

Her hourly wage is \$4.50.