Phil Smith is a car salesman. Last week his total sales amounted to $27,650.00, and he received $1,382.50 in commission. What is his rate of commission?

Respuesta :

1382.5 divided by 27650 = 0.05

His rate of commission is 5% or 0.05.

Answer:

His rate of commission is 5%

Step-by-step explanation:

Phil Smith is a car salesman.

Last week his total sales amounted = $27,650.00

He received his commission on this sale = $1,382.50

The rate of commission = [tex]\frac{1382.50}{27650}\times 100[/tex]

                                       = 0.05 × 100

                                       = 5%

His rate of commission is 5%.