Variable Earnings Answers

Dee started a new sales position that pays $1,800 per month plus 8% commission on any sales above $12,000. In their first month, Dee sold $82,570 worth of products. What is Dee’s gross pay for that first month?

You started a new job as a valet at the local hospital. You earn $7.50 per hour plus tips. Last week, you worked 32 hours and earned $855. How much did you earn in tips?

You are a baker who sells cakes and cupcakes. If you earned $176.25 from selling 47 cupcakes yesterday, how much is each cupcake?