document.write( "Question 967687: A plumber earns $15 per hour more than her apprentice. For a 40-hour week, their combined earnings are $2200. What is the hourly rate for each person? \n" ); document.write( "
Algebra.Com's Answer #591441 by rfer(16322)![]() ![]() ![]() You can put this solution on YOUR website! 2200/40=55 \n" ); document.write( "x+15+x=55 \n" ); document.write( "2x=55-15 \n" ); document.write( "x=40/2 \n" ); document.write( "x=20 \n" ); document.write( "x+15=35 \n" ); document.write( " \n" ); document.write( " |