Suppose Compensation Is Given by W = 512,000 + 217

question 99

Multiple Choice

Suppose compensation is given by W = 512,000 + 217 + 10.08S, where W = total compensation of the CEO, = company profits (in millions) = $200, and S = Sales (in millions) = $400.What percentage of the CEO's total earnings are tied to profits of the firm:

• A)8.2%.
• B)10.9%.
• C)7.8%.
• D)5.1%.

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