Breon works as a clerk in the human resources department for her company for which she receives an hourly rate of $9.50. Occasionally she ﬁlls in for the receptionist at the front desk and receives a $1.50 per hour differential. During a weekly pay period, she worked 35 hours in the
Human resources department and 5 hours at the front desk. What is Breon's gross pay for the week?
A) $347.50
B) $387.50
C) $393.
D) $380.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

For the 35 hours worked in the HR department, Breon earns 35 x 9.50 = $332.50.

For the 5 hours worked at the front desk with differential pay, Breon earns 5 x (9.50 + 1.50) = $55.

Adding these two amounts together, Breon's gross pay for the week is $332.50 + $55 = $387.50.

Therefore, the best choice is B.

Breon Works as a Clerk in the Human Resources Department