Question

Barney is a full-time graduate student at State University. He serves as a teaching assistant for which he is paid $700 per month for nine months and his $5,000 tuition is waived. The university waives tuition for all of its employees. In addition, Barney receives a $1,500 research grant to pursue his own research and studies. Barney's gross income from the above is:

Answer 1

$7800

Step-by-step explanation:

Barney's salary per month = $700

His salary for nine months = 9 × $700 = $6300

Research grant received = $1500

His gross income = his salary for nine months + research grant received = $6300 + $1500 = $7800