Question

Gavin earns $36,000 a year. Approximately27% is withheld for taxes, insurance, andhealth benefits. About how much doesGavin make after these deductions?

Answer 1

1. Calculate the 27% of $36,000: multiply 36,000 by 0.27 (27/100):

`36,000\cdot0.27=9,720`

2. Subtract the 27% of 36,000 from the 36,000 to find how much does Gavin make after these deductions:

`36,000-9,720=26,280`Then, Gavin makes $26,280 after the deductions