SSAT Math Question 342: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 342

1. Mikaela earns a base hourly rate of $7 per hour babysitting. However, if a babysitting assignment lasts longer than 4 hours, she earns $8 per hour for each hour she babysits after the first 4 hours. How much money does Mikaela earn if she babysits 4 hours on Friday, 6 hours on Saturday, and 5 hours on Sunday?

  • A. $105
  • B. $108
  • C. $115
  • D. $120

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

The answer is B

On Friday, she earns 4 × 7 = 28, on Saturday, she earns (4 × 7) + (2 × 8) = 44, and on Sunday, she earns (4 × 7) + (1 × 8) = 36. Add these amounts: 28 + 44 + 36 = 108.

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