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algebra

A plumber charges $80 to visit and $40 per hour. If the bill is $200, how many hours did they work?

A

5

B

2

C

3

D

4

Correct Answer: C

Choice Ahoice D is the correct answer.

  1. Equation: 40h+80=20040h + 80 = 200
  2. Subtract 80: 40h=12040h = 120
  3. Divide by 40: h=3h = 3

Choice Ahoice C is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Ahoice B is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Ahoice D is incorrect because calculation error.