To solve, all we need to do is set up a ratio
7. 5 hours = $45
30 hours = ??
[tex]\frac{7.5}{30} = \frac{45}{x}[/tex]
solve with cross multiplication
7.5(x) = 45 x 30
7.5x = 1,350
continue to solve
[tex]\frac{1,350}{7.5} = x[/tex]
x = $180
So, if you work for 30 hours, you should earn $180 !!
