Write a system of equations to describe the problem situation. It is not necessary to solve the problem. Paolo earns $481 from working 54 total hours at two jobs. He earns $6.55 per hour (x) at the first job and $9.20 per hour (y) at the second job.
A) $x = 54 + y , 6.55 x + 9.20 y = 481$
B) $x + y = 54,9.20 x + 6.55 y = 481$
C) $x + y = 54,6.55 x + 9.20 y = 481$
D) $x + y = 54,6.55 x - 9.20 y = 481$
E) $x - y = 54,655 x + 9.20 y = 481$

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We know that Paolo earns $6.55 per hour (x) at the first job and $9.20 per hour (y) at the second job. The total hours worked are 54, so we can set up two equations based on this information. The first equation represents the total number of hours worked:

x + y = 54

The second equation represents the total amount earned:

6.55x + 9.20y = 481

Therefore, the correct choice is C.

Write a System of Equations to Describe the Problem Situation x=54+y,6.55x+9.20y=481x = 54 + y , 6.55 x + 9.20 y = 481x=54+y,6.55x+9.20y=481

Write a System of Equations to Describe the Problem Situation $x = 54 + y , 6.55 x + 9.20 y = 481$