Question

Arnold began working at a coffee shop on April first. Ms.Ware, his new boss, told Arnold he would earn $2,500 each month if he worked 160 hours. One month later Arnold received his paycheck in the amount of $2,150. Although Arnold worked 160 hours, he received $350 less than Ms.Ware said he would earn. She told him that the $350 was deducted, or taken, to pay his taxes.

Which number in the situation above represents Arnold's net income in dollars
A) 2,500 C) 350
B) 160 D) 2,150

Answer 1

Net income would be 2,150 dollars

Answer 2

Net income is after tax so D) 2,150