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Ben's wage can be represented by the equation: \[ y = 35x \] where \( y \) is the amount Ben earns and \( x \) is the number of hours he works.
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Steve's wage can be represented by the equation: \[ y = 30x + 20 \] where \( y \) is the amount Steve earns, \( x \) is the number of hours he works, and the additional $20 represents his daily tips.
Ben works as a park ranger and makes $35 an hour.
His friend Steve works at a nature tour guide and makes $30 an hour and an additional $20 in tips per day.
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1) Write an equation that represents Ben's wage. Let x represent the number of hours he works and y represent how much he earns.
2) Write an equation that represents Steve's wage. Let x represent the number of hours he works and y represent how much he earns.
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