Question

Marlene earns $12,800 per year. 15% is taken from her earnings for taxes. how much money is paid in taxes? how much money is left for Marlene to spend???

Answer 1

$1,920

$10,880

Explanation:

Amount marlene earns per year = $12,800

Percentage of taxes = 15%

how much money is paid in taxes?

Amount of tax Marlene pays = 15% of $12,800

= 15/100 × $12,800

= 0.15 × $12,800

= $1,920

how much money is left for Marlene to spend?

Amount left for Marlene to spend = Amount marlene earns per year - Amount of tax Marlene pays

= $12,800 - $1,920

= $10,880