SOLUTION: Two mechanics worked on a car. The first mechanic charged $55 per hour, and the second mechanic charged $95 per hour. The mechanics worked for a combined total of 35 hours, and tog

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Question 1155893: Two mechanics worked on a car. The first mechanic charged $55 per hour, and the second mechanic charged $95 per hour. The mechanics worked for a combined total of 35 hours, and together they charged a total of $2525. How long did each mechanic work?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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Expensive Mechanic, h hours
Less-expensive Mechanic, 35-h hours

95h%2B55%2835-h%29=2525
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