Section: Mathematics

4) A realtor earns a 3% commission when his client buys or sells a home. How much commission does the realtor earn on the sale of a $340,000 home?

1. 3,000
2. $1020
3. $10,200
4. $30,000
5. $340,000

Simply multiply $340,000 x .03 which equals $10,200. TO make it simpler, just multiply 340 x .03 and then add the three zeros to the answer.