Answer: Mary makes $1160, Steven makes $142.50
Step-by-step explanation:
Facts
MARY
8% commision on everything she sells
She sells a car for $14,500
The first question about Mary asks how much commision she makes. To find that, lets find 8% of 14,500
8% of 14,500= 0.08x14,500= 1160
Therefore, Mary makes $1,160 in commision.
STEVEN
Facts
He makes 15% in commision for the supplies he sells
He sells $950 in supplies
Money made =?
15% of 950=0.15x950=$142.50
