Rick O'Shea, the Only Employee of Hunter Furniture Company, Makes

question 41

Multiple Choice

Rick O'Shea, the only employee of Hunter Furniture Company, makes $30,000 per year and is paid once a month. For the month of July, his federal income taxes withheld are $180, state income taxes withheld are $37, social security is 6.2%, Medicare tax is 1.45%, State Unemployment Tax is 4%, and Federal Unemployment tax is .8%. What is the total amount of employer payroll taxes for the month of July for Hunter Furniture Company? (Assume all earnings are subject to employer payroll taxes.)

• A) $311.25
• B) $120.00
• C) $191.25
• D) $155.00

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