Question

Kevin's total payroll deductions are 30% of his earnings. If his deductions add up to $369 for a two week period, how much were his earnings for the period?

Answer 1

His earnings for the period= $123

Explanation:

Kevin's total payroll deductions are 30% of his earnings. His deductions add up to $369 for a two week period.

If 30% of his earnings = $369

His earnings = x

30/100 * x= 369

X= 369*100/30

X= 123*10

X=$ 1230

His earnings for the period= $123