Math Problem Statement
Stefan’s family rented a rototiller to prepare an area in their backyard for spring planting. The rental company charged an initial fee of $43 with an additional fee per hour. If they paid $64 after renting the rototiller for 7 hours, what was the hourly fee? If h represents the hourly fee, which equation models this problem?
What was the hourly fee for the rototiller?
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Linear Equations
Formulas
Total cost = Initial fee + (Hourly fee × Number of hours)
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8
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