Question

A carpet salesman sold 5,000 yards of carpet in one month at an average of $3 per yard. His commission was 16%. How much money did he make that month?

Answer 1

5000x3.00= total sales 15000 x 16% or.16

= 2400

Explanation:

1.Find Gross Sales

2. Get retail sales 3.00 x 5000

3. Total Sales times commission 15000 x .16