Alan has an annual base salary of $24,000. In addition to his salary, he earns 8% of his total sales (S). If he wants to earn at least $48,000 next year, how much does he need to sell?

S $243,840
S $450,000
S $300,000
S $384,000

Question

Alan has an annual base salary of $24,000. In addition to his salary, he earns 8% of his total sales (S). If he wants to earn at least $48,000 next year, how much does he need to sell?

S > $243,840
S > $450,000
S > $300,000
S > $384,000

anonymous · Answer

S > 300,000 (c) Does that answer your question?

anonymous · Answer

300,000 * .08 = 24,000. 24,000 + 24,000 is 48,000.  which is what alan wants to earn!