Question

Edgar Anderson earns $300 a week plus a 15% commission only on sales he makes after his first $1000 in sales. If Mr. Anderson’s sales for one week are $2,500, what is his gross pay for that week?

A. $675
B. $575
C. $525
D. $450

Answer 1

He earns a $300 base plus 15% on his $1,500 sales over $1000
15% of $1,500 is $255
$300+$255 is $525
The answer is C