Question

3. Paul's starting salary in a company is £14 000 and during the time he stays with the

company it increases by £500 each year.
3.1. Write down the equation (general formula) to calculate his salary.
3.2. What is his salary in his sixth year? Use your answer from 3.1.
3.3. How many years has Paul been working for the company when his total
earnings for all his years there are £126 000?


Just need guidance with 3.3

Answer 1

3.1: 14 000 + 500x

3.2: 14 000 + 500(6)=14 000 + 3000=17 000

3.3 8 years