Mathematics, 18.12.2020 01:00 calebwoodall6477

Percy works two part-time jobs to help pay for college classes. On Monday, he works 3 hours at the library and 2 hours at the coffee cart and earns $36.50. On Tuesday, he works 2 hours at the library and 5 hours at the coffee cart and earns $50. His hourly wage at the library, x, and hourly wage at the coffee cart, y, can be determined using the system of equations below. 3x + 2y = 36.50
2x + 5y = 50.00
At which job does Percy earn the greater hourly wage? How much does Percy earn each hour at this job?

A. Percy earns a greater hourly wage of $7.00 at the library.
B. Percy earns a greater hourly wage of $7.00 at the coffee cart.
C. Percy earns a greater hourly wage of $7.50 at the library.
D. Percy earns a greater hourly wage of $7.50 at the coffee cart.

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