Math Problem Statement
A clerk is paid 45.25 per hour for 40 hours a week. 1.50 times the regular rate for overtime and double the rate for a holiday. How much does the clerk get if he works overtime for 5 hours and 2 hours on holiday
Solution
Let's break down the clerk's earnings based on the different rates:
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Regular earnings:
The clerk works 40 hours per week at a rate of $45.25 per hour. -
Overtime earnings:
Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the regular rate. The clerk works 5 hours of overtime. -
Holiday earnings:
Holiday hours are paid at double the regular rate. The clerk works 2 hours on a holiday. -
Total earnings:
Now, we add up all the components:
Thus, the clerk earns $2330.38 for the week.
Would you like further details or explanations?
Here are 5 related questions you might find interesting:
- What if the clerk worked 8 hours of overtime instead of 5?
- How would the total change if the hourly rate increased to $50 per hour?
- What if the clerk worked 3 holiday hours instead of 2?
- How would the weekly earnings be affected by a reduction in overtime pay?
- What if holiday hours were paid at triple the regular rate?
Tip: Always verify how overtime and holiday rates are calculated in contracts as they can vary!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Basic arithmetic
Multiplication
Rates and percentages
Formulas
Regular earnings = Regular hours × Hourly rate
Overtime earnings = Overtime hours × (1.5 × Hourly rate)
Holiday earnings = Holiday hours × (2 × Hourly rate)
Total earnings = Regular earnings + Overtime earnings + Holiday earnings
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 5-7