Question

A salesman earns $250 per week PLUS a 10% commission on all sales over $5000. In one week, his sales totaled $14,000. What were his earnings that week?
A. $1,050
B. $1,150
C. $400
D. $2,150

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 1150

Step-by-step explanation:

14000-5000=9000 sales over 5000

9000 x .10=900 commission

250 (salary)+ 900 (commission)=1150 total