Chapter 10 Lesson 2 Ramsey Classroom
Chapter 10 Lesson 2 Ramsey Classroom
Chapter 10 Lesson 2 Ramsey Classroom
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DIRECTIONS
Review the key terms below. Then, use the information on the Sample Pay Stub to answer the questions that
follow. The sample employee is paid semi-monthly.
Key Terms
• Pay Period: set length of time over which employee time is recorded and paid
» Weekly (every week; 52 pay periods per year)
» Biweekly (every two weeks; 26 pay periods per year)
» Semi-monthly (twice per month; 24 pay periods per year)
» Monthly (once a month; 12 pay periods per year)
• Gross Pay: a person’s total earnings before payroll taxes and other deductions are
taken out
• Net Pay: a person’s earnings after payroll taxes and other deductions are taken out
• Payroll Deduction: the amount subtracted from gross pay, which results in your
net pay
• Pension: a sum of money paid regularly as a retirement benefit
• 401(k): a tax-deferred retirement savings plan offered by a company to its employees
who contribute money from their gross pay
• FICA (Federal Insurance Contributions Act): a payroll tax used to fund Social Security
and Medicare
THIS IS NOT A CHECK. THIS DOCUMENT IS TO BE USED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY.
** N O N - N E G O T I A B L E ** D I R E C T D E P O S I T R E C E I P T ** VOID ** VOID **
7. How much did the employee pay for other (nontax) deductions?
$91.75
11. What percent of the employee’s paycheck is deducted for taxes and other expenses?
2.97%
12. How many hours did the employee work during this pay period? How much is the
employee paid per hour?
Worked 64 hours + 16 hours for holiday and vacation at $15 per hour
13. How much does this employee pay monthly for health insurance?
$87.50