Question

A saleswoman earns 60% commission on all that she sells. Last month she sold $800 worth of merchandise. How much commission (In dollars) did she earn last month?

Answer 1

$480

Explanation:

From the above question, we are told that:

A saleswoman earns 60% commission on all that she sells. Last month she sold $800 worth of merchandise.

The amount of commission (In dollars) she earned last month is calculated as:

60% of $800

= 60/100 × $800

= $480

Therefore, the amount of commission shoe earned last month in dollars = $480