Sam Is Going to Ask for a Raise

question 162

Multiple Choice

Sam is going to ask for a raise. Over the past year, the CPI has gone from 129.9 to 131.9. Sam currently earns $42,500. What is the minimum raise that Sam should ask for in order to maintain the same buying power?

• A) $43,350
• B) $43,144
• C) $44,000
• D) $43,500
• E) $43,154

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Definitions:

Punished Behaviors

Behaviors that have been discouraged or corrected through negative consequences or punishments.

Hazardous

Something that poses a risk or danger, potentially causing harm or adverse effects.

Punishment

A process in which a behavior is followed by a consequence that decreases the likelihood of that behavior's recurrence.

Suppressed

Prevented from being expressed or known, often referring to emotions, desires, or information that is intentionally kept from being disclosed or recognized.