Asked by Charvi Pendyala

Two friends, Vani and Shaquana, took summer jobs. The equation y, equals, 28, point, 8, xy=28.8x represents Vani's earnings in dollars and cents, yy, for working xx hours. Shaquana earned $653.40 in 33 hours.
How much less per hour does Shaquana earn than Vani?

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
Vani earns $28.80 per hour (from y = 28.8x).
Shaquana's hourly rate = $653.40 ÷ 33 = $19.80.
Difference = $28.80 − $19.80 = $9.00.

Shaquana earns $9.00 less per hour than Vani.