Question

18. Rachel paid $46 in tax for the money she earned

as a camp counselor. How much money did
Rachel earn?
Helpp!

Answer 1

Solution given

tax = 4.5%

Amount of tax = $46

Let total amount of money earned is x.

we have

4.5% of x = $46

x×4.5/100 = 46

x×0.045 =46

x = 46/0.045

x= 1022.22

So Racheal earn $ 1022.22.

Answer 2

• $1022.22

Explanation:

• The tax is 4.5%
• Amount of tax paid is $46

Total amount of money earned is x.

• 4.5% of x = $46
• x*4.5/100 = 46
• x * 0.045 = 46
• x = 46/0.045
• x = 1022.22