Question

Larry is paid 8.5% of all sales plus 4.25% of all sales over $6800. Find Larry's gross pay from total sales of $12,300?

Answer 1

$1279.25

Explanation:

The first $6800 is multiplied by .085 to get the 8.5% they earned. This equals $570. After that, the remaining money is multiplied by .1275 to get the 8.5%+4.25%. This leaves you with $5500x.1275. This equals 701.25. $701.25+$570=$1279.25. Hope this helps :)