Sue's 2015 net (take-home) pay was $23,205. Her only payroll deductions were for payroll taxes and federal income tax. Federal income tax withholdings totaled $4,500. What was the amount of her gross wages for the year?

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Sue's net pay is her gross wages minus payroll deductions. Her net pay was $23,205, and her federal income tax withholding was $4,500. Therefore, her gross wages were $23,205 + $4,500 = $27,705. Since this does not match any of the options, the correct choice is D) None of the above.

Sue's 2015 Net (Take-Home) Pay Was $23,205