To find the minimum amount Valarie needs to earn per paycheck, we first need to calculate her total monthly expenses by adding all the amounts in the table.

Valarie's monthly expenses: $1,700 + 750 + 760 + 1,500 + 1,100 + 860 + 830 + 4,500 = 12,000$

Now that we know her total monthly expenses are $12,000, and she receives 4 paychecks per month, we divide the total monthly expenses by 4 to find how much she needs to earn per paycheck.

The equation we use is: $12{,}000 \div 4 = b$

So, the correct choice is B.

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Do you want more details on how the calculation works, or do you have any other questions? Here are 5 related questions for further practice:

1. What is the total monthly expense if Valarie increases her housing budget by $200?
2. If Valarie wants to save an additional $500 each month, how much would she need to earn per paycheck?
3. How would the equation change if Valarie received only 2 paychecks per month instead of 4?
4. What is the percentage of Valarie's monthly expenses that goes toward housing?
5. If Valarie reduces her transportation expenses by $300, how much would she save per paycheck?

Tip: Always ensure all expenses are accounted for when calculating a budget to avoid surprises!