Question

A salesperson set a goal to earn $2,500 in August. She receives a base salary of $1,000 per month as well as a 20% commission for all sales in that month. How many dollars of merchandise will she have to sell to meet her goal?

Answer 1

$7,500

Explanation:

The correct answer is:

Money needed from commission: $2,500 - $1,000 = $1,500

Percent equation: $1,500 = m × .20

Total merchandise to sell: $1,500 ÷ .20 = $7,500