Two mechanics worked on a car. The first mechanic charged $45 per hour and the second charged $120 per hour. The mechanics worked for a combined total of 15 hours, and together they charged a total of $1050. How long did each mechanic work?

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Lexie Duarte

11 May, 06:17

Two mechanics worked on a car. The first mechanic charged $45 per hour and the second charged $120 per hour. The mechanics worked for a combined total of 15 hours, and together they charged a total of $1050. How long did each mechanic work?

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Matthew Jennings · Answer 1

the $45 per hour mechanic worked 2 hours

the $120 per hour mechanic worked 8 hours

Step-by-step explanation:

45 X 2 = 90

120 X 8 = 960

960 + 90 = 1050