SOLUTION: Zolox worked 38 hours last week. He had $88 deducted from his earnings for taxes. If he had $273 left after the deduction, how much money does Zolox earn per hour?

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Question 995288: Zolox worked 38 hours last week. He had $88 deducted from his earnings for taxes. If he had $273 left after the deduction, how much money does Zolox earn per hour?
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Answer by fabiolaax33(2) About Me  (Show Source):
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add what he had left and how much was deducted 273 + 88= 361. Divide that by how many hours he worked 361 divided by 38= 9.50. He earns $9.50 an hour

Answer by Shin123(626) About Me  (Show Source):
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273+88=361 361/38=$9.50/hr. His wage is $9.50/hour