The health benefits Tom receives from his employer cover 40% of the total monthly premium of $350.00. How much does Tom have to pay each month?

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The health benefits Tom receives from his employer cover 40% of the total monthly premium of $350.00.  How much does Tom have to pay each month?

ellableuuu · Answer

I think Tom would have to pay $140 a month because 40% of 250 equals $140

tylermckinney16 · Answer

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mathmale · Answer

Tyler, have you taken notes on our previous discussions?  The same principles apply here.

What is 40% of $350?  Multiply $350 by 0.40.  Must include proper unit of measurement with your answer;

tylermckinney16 · Answer

$140 is the answer?

mathmale · Answer

Close to it.  My mistake.  Tom's employer pays 40% of the insurance premium.  How much does Tom himself have to pay?  

You could either mult. $350 by 0.60 or subtract your $140 from $350.

Tom pays:         ?