Math Problem Statement

Numeracy question. Your base hourly rate of pay is $24.08. On Saturdays, you are paid an additional 25% per hour. How much do you earn on Saturday if you work a 7.5 hour shift?

Your base hourly rate of pay is $24.08. On Saturdays, you are paid an additional 25% per hour. How much do you earn on Saturday if you work a 7.5 hour shift?

Solution

To determine your earnings for a 7.5-hour shift on Saturday, follow these steps:

  1. Base hourly rate: $24.08
  2. Additional 25% for Saturday: 0.25×24.08=6.020.25 \times 24.08 = 6.02
  3. Saturday hourly rate: 24.08+6.02=30.1024.08 + 6.02 = 30.10
  4. Total earnings for 7.5 hours: 30.10×7.5=225.7530.10 \times 7.5 = 225.75

So, for a 7.5-hour shift on Saturday, you would earn $225.75.

Do you need further clarification or have additional questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How much would you earn for a 6-hour shift on Saturday?
  2. What is the total amount of the 25% extra pay for a 7.5-hour shift?
  3. How much would you earn if your base rate was $30.00 per hour instead?
  4. How much extra do you make on Saturdays compared to weekdays for the same 7.5-hour shift?
  5. What would your earnings be for a 10-hour Saturday shift?

Tip: When dealing with percentage increases, always multiply the base amount by the percentage and then add it to the original amount.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Percentage Increase
Basic Multiplication

Formulas

Hourly Rate on Saturday = Base Hourly Rate + (Base Hourly Rate × Percentage Increase)
Total Earnings = Hourly Rate on Saturday × Number of Hours Worked

Theorems

Percentage Calculation

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8