1. The problem asks us to find the number of hours, denoted as $$h$$, that the gardener works on the job. 2. To solve this, we need a relationship or equation involving the number of hours worked. Usually, such problems relate hours worked to total work done or payment. 3. Suppose the gardener's work rate or total work is given by a formula like $$\text{Work} = \text{Rate} \times h$$. 4. If the total work or payment is known, and the rate is known, we can solve for $$h$$ by rearranging the formula: $$h = \frac{\text{Work}}{\text{Rate}}$$ 5. Without specific numbers or additional information, this is the general approach to find the number of hours worked. If you provide the rate or total work, I can help calculate the exact number of hours.