Nitin Is Paid on a Graduated Commission Scale

question 277

Multiple Choice

Nitin is paid on a graduated commission scale. He receives commission at the rate of 2% for the first $10,000 of sales in a month, 3% on the next $20,000, and 4.5% on all further sales. What is Nitin's average rate of commission in a month in which his sales are $60,000?

• A) 3.167%
• B) 3.417%
• C) 3.583%
• D) $5
• E) 3.83%

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Definitions:

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency for observers, when analyzing another’s behavior, to underestimate the impact of the situation and to overestimate the impact of personal disposition.

Assigned Roles

Specific responsibilities or parts given to individuals in a group or team context, often determining their function within the group.

Personality Traits

Enduring characteristics of individuals that influence their behavior across different situations and time.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overemphasize personality-based explanations for behaviors observed in others while underestimating the influence of external factors.