Suppose Compensation Is Given by W = 500,000 + 200

question 62

Multiple Choice

Suppose compensation is given by W = 500,000 + 200 π + 17S, where W = total compensation of the CEO, π = company profits (in millions) = $400, and S = sales (in millions) = $700. What percentage of the CEO's total earnings is tied to profits of the firm?

• A) 2.0 percent
• B) 13.5 percent
• C) 19.6 percent
• D) 31.4 percent

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Service Level

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