Question

a pharmaceutical saleswoman earns a base pay of $42,500 per year and a commission of 13% of all sales made. if she sold $39,800 worth of merchandise last year, what were her total earnings last year?

a. $76,775

b. $47,674

c. $77,126

d. $45,325

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate Commission

Commission = 13% of sales = \( 0.13 \times 39800 \) = \( 5174 \)

Step2: Calculate Total Earnings

Total Earnings = Base Pay + Commission = \( 42500 + 5174 \) = \( 47674 \)

Answer:

\$47,674