Question

Mauve used an employment agency.

to find a job. The job pays $425
per week. Mauve must pay the
employment agency 20% of her
first four weeks' pay. How much
money must Mauve pay the agency?

Answer 1

Answer: $340

Mauve is paid $425 per week and needs to pay the agency 20% from 4 weeks.
$425x4=1700. Mauve will make $1700 in her first 4 weeks. 20% of 1700 is 340. Mauve must pay the agency $340.