SOLUTION: a saleswoman is paid a basic wage of $225 per week. In addition she is paid a commission of 3% on the value of goods she sells above $5500. How much commission will she be paid on

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Question 975430: a saleswoman is paid a basic wage of $225 per week. In addition she is paid a commission of 3% on the value of goods she sells above $5500. How much commission will she be paid on sales amounting to $12500 and what are her earnings for that week?
Answer by josmiceli(19441) About Me  (Show Source):
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Her earnings for the week are:
+225+%2B+.03%2A%28+12500+-+5500+%29+
+225+%2B+.03%2A7000+
+225+%2B+210+=+435+
$435 for the week