Question

Kasey has a job that pays $865 per week. How much is
withheld from each paycheck for Social Security?
$72.66
$1,889.16
$157.43
$78.72
$36.33​

Answer 1

Answer:

$53.63

Step-by-step explanation:

The social security deduction is withheld at a standard rate of 6.2 percent.

If Kasey has a job that pays $865 per week.

The the amount withheld from each paycheck for social security can be calculated as:

= $865 × 6.2/100

= $865 × 0.062

= $53.63