Solve the Problem. -A Traveling Salesperson Averaged 48 Miles Per Hour on a Hour

question 192

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-A traveling salesperson averaged 48 miles per hour on a 246 mile trip. How many hours were spent on the trip?

• A) 2.56 hours
• B) 0.2 hours
• C) 198 hours
• D) 5.13 hours

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Definitions:

Principal-Agent Problem

A dilemma in economics where one party (the agent) is tasked to make decisions on behalf of another party (the principal), leading to potential conflicts of interest.

Employer-Employee Relationship

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Take-Home Pay

The amount of income left after deductions such as taxes and retirement contributions.

Fringe Benefits

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