Question

In the past, Samuel got paid $59,950 annually. Since switching to a new career, he has been making 18% more. How much does Samuel make now?

Answer 1

Answer: $70,741

Explanation:

18 percent more means that he's making 100 percent of his prior salary+ an additional 18 percent of his prior salary.

The mathematical representation of this: 1.18*59,950

That's how you get the new and improved annual salary ;)

Answer 2

the correct answer is $70,741 :)