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Caleb has a guaranteed minimum salary of $1,200 per month, or 5.5% of his total monthly sales (as commission), whichever is higher. Last month, his total sales were $45,000. What was his gross pay?​

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Answer: $1,200 + 5.5% + $45,000= 46200.055 or 46200

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Caleb has a guaranteed minimum salary of $1,200 per month, or 5.5% of his total monthly sales (as commission), whichever is higher. Last month, his total sales were $45,000. What was his gross pay?​

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