Question

Two mechanics worked on a car. The first mechanic worked for 5 hours, and the second mechanic worked for 15 hours. Together they charged a total of $2075. What was the rate charged per hour by each mechanic if the sum of the two rates was $195 per hour?

Answer 1

5*195=$975
15*195=$2,925
The rate change is $1,950

Answer 2

okay so if thats the rate of change does that mean that the $975 and $2,925 is the rate change per hour?

Answer 3

Yes

Answer 4

okay thank you :)

Answer 5

Your welcome :)