Jerri Rice has worked 44 hours this week. She worked at least 8 hours each day. Her regular hourly wage is $12 per hour with one and one-half times her regular rate for any hours which exceed 40 hours per week. What are Jerri's gross wages for the week?
A) $528
B) $552
C) $792
D) $576

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Jerri worked 4 hours overtime, so she worked 44 - 40 = 4 hours at $18 per hour. Her gross wages are $12 x 40 + $18 x 4 = $480 + $72 = $552.

Jerri Rice Has Worked 44 Hours This Week