Jerrys commision

Question

Jerry made $45 selling produce for his father's company, His commission in 8.5%. How much produce did he have to sell to make that 45 dollars?

 

Answer 1

Let the price of produce sold be x

 

8.5%*x = 45

 

8.5*x/100 = 45

 

x = 45 * 100/8.5 = $529.41