Real Estate Math
A NJ broker earned $36,000 in commission on a transaction. If the broker kept 40% and paid the salesperson 60%, how much did the salesperson earn?
A$14,400
B$21,600✓ Correct
C$18,000
D$24,000
Explanation
Salesperson's commission = $36,000 × 0.60 = $21,600.
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