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To determine how much Martin earned last year, we can use the information given: - **This year’s earnings:** \$51,615 - **This year's earnings are 19 times what he earned last year.** Let’s denote last year's earnings as \( E \). According to the problem: \[ 19 \times E = \$51,615 \] To find \( E \), divide this year’s earnings by 19: \[ E = \frac{\$51,615}{19} \] **Calculating the Division:** \[ \frac{51,615}{19} = 2,716.5789 \text{ USD} \] Rounding to the nearest cent (since we're dealing with money): \[ E \approx \$2,716.58 \] **Conclusion:** Martin earned approximately **\$2,716.58** last year.