Multiple Choice
9. What is typically included in the total amount deducted from an employee's pay for federal payroll taxes?
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5. What are Lily's gross wages for this period if she worked 40 hours at $18 per hour and earned a $50 bonus?
A
$680
B
$770
C
$720
D
$800
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Step 1: Identify the components of Lily's gross wages. These include her hourly wages for the hours worked and any additional bonuses.
Step 2: Calculate the hourly wages by multiplying the number of hours worked (40 hours) by the hourly rate ($18 per hour). Use the formula:
Step 3: Add the bonus amount ($50) to the hourly wages calculated in Step 2. Use the formula:
Step 4: Ensure all calculations are accurate and verify the total gross wages by summing the hourly wages and the bonus.
Step 5: Compare the calculated gross wages to the provided answer choices ($680, $770, $720, $800) to determine which matches the calculation.
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