Question

A car salesperson sells a car for $21,000. She receives a 5.25% commission on the sale of the car.

How much did she earn on the sale?

Round your answer to the nearest cent.

Answer 1

Answer: $1102.50

Step-by-step explanation: because 5.25% of 21,000 = 1102.5

Answer 2

She receives $1,102.50 for commission. All you need to do to solve this problem is multiply the amount given by the percentage as a decimal.