SOLUTION: Here are the directions for the problem I need help with: Write an equation to solve this problem. Check your answer. Here is the problem: An auto mechanic charged a customer

Question 448740: Here are the directions for the problem I need help with:
Write an equation to solve this problem. Check your answer.
Here is the problem: An auto mechanic charged a customer $265 for repairs. The cost of parts was $105, and the mechanic charged $40 per hour of labor. How many hours did it take the mechanic to fix the car?
Please help me answer this question. I've been trying to get the right answer for weeks and my test is coming up tomorrow, so please help me answer this question. Thank you!
Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
An auto mechanic charged a customer $265 for repairs. The cost of parts was $105, and the mechanic charged $40 per hour of labor. How many hours did it take the mechanic to fix the car?
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Equation:
C(x) = 105 + 40x where x is the # of hours of labor.
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Solve: 265 = 105+40x
40x = 160
x = 4 hrs. of labor
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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