Josh Has Decided to Take a Course at the Local

question 98

Multiple Choice

Josh has decided to take a course at the local community college that could help him get a promotion at work.The course begins at 5 p.m.and goes until 9 p.m.on Monday nights.Josh normally works until 5 p.m.each day,but because of the drive time to the community college,he will need to leave work at 3 p.m.on class days.Josh currently earns $18.50 per hour.His employer contributes 10% of Josh's gross earnings to a 401(k) retirement plan.If the class meets 16 times,what is Josh's total opportunity cost for the class?

• A) $592.00
• B) $800.00
• C) $651.20
• D) None

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