Final answer:
To find the straight time gross pay, you multiply the hourly wage ($8.25) by the total hours worked (34). The calculation results in a gross pay of $280.50.
Step-by-step explanation:
To calculate the straight time gross pay, you multiply the number of hours worked by the hourly wage. In this case, the student earns $8.25 per hour and worked 34 hours this week. Let's do the math:
Gross Pay = Hourly Wage × Hours Worked
= $8.25 × 34
= $280.50.
Therefore, the correct answer is (a) $280.50.