Rachel sells internet subscriptions by telephone. She receives 12% of the first $800 and 16% on the balance over $800. Last month, she sold $9,500 worth of internet access subscriptions. What was her commission for last month?
1. 9,500-800 2.multiply .12 times 800 Multiply .16 times 8,700 (8,700 is 9,500-800) 3.add the two numbers you got from multiplying and this will be the amount she earned.
