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Question 1 • Mathematics for Data and Financial Literacy

Mykaela has an annual salary of $⁢55,000 from a company that offers a 401(k) plan. The employer matches 50% of her contribution up to 6% of her salary. If Mykaela contributes 6% of her salary, how much will the employer contribute?

Answer
A
2 dollars comma 200
B
3 dollars comma 300
C
1 dollars comma 200
D
1 dollars comma 650

Explanation

Mykaela contributes 6% of her $55,000 salary, which is $55,000 × 0.06 = $3,300. The employer matches 50% of that contribution: $3,300 × 0.50 = $1,650. The employer will contribute $1,650, choice C.

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