Question

As a real estate agent, Lauren earns 2.5% commission on her sales. ​ ​Lauren’s goal is to earn $5,000 in commission this month. ​ ​What is the ​dollar amount of sales that Lauren must have this month to earn​​ $5,000 in commission?

Answer 1

200,000

Explanation:

Answer 2

$200,000

Explanation:

Let the dollar amount she wants to earn be x.

Let us find 2.5% of this.

2.5/100 * x = 5000

2.5x = 100 * 5000

x = 40 * 5000 = $200,000