Question

Cindy earned $618.00 on her last paycheck. Two-thirds of what she earned was commission, How much did Cindy earn in commission on
the paycheck?
$68.67
$206.00
$412.00
$617.33

Answer 1

Cindy earned $412.00 in commission on the paycheck.
Explanation:
Divide 618 by 3 to split the money into thirds.
618/3 = 206
1 third of 618 = 206
Since her commission was two thirds of 618, multiply 206 by 2.
206 x 2 = 412
Your answer is $412