Ross is a full-time employee in Lansing, Michigan, who earns $42,000 annually, paid semimonthly. His federal income tax is $155.00. What is the maximum amount that may be withheld from his pay for a child-support garnishment, assuming he is not in arrears? (Do not round intermediate calculations, only round
ﬁnal answer to two decimal points. Michigan has a 4.25% ﬂat tax.)

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The maximum amount that may be withheld for child-support garnishment is 60% of disposable income if not in arrears. Calculate disposable income by subtracting federal and state taxes from gross pay. Then, apply the 60% to the disposable income.

Ross Is a Full-Time Employee in Lansing, Michigan, Who Earns