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Rafael works at a clothing store making $15 per hour plus commission on his weekly sales. He earns 10% on the first $200 of sales, 15% on the next $450 of sales, and 20% on sales exceeding $650. If he works 30 hours and has $1000 in sales, how much does he earn in total? Show your calculations and fully explain your answer.

Rafael works at a clothing store making $15 per hour plus commission on his weekly sales. He earns 10% on the first $200 of sales, 15% on the next $450 of sales, and 20% on sales exceeding $650. If he works 30 hours and has $1000 in sales, how much does he earn in total? Show your calculations and fully explain your answer.

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Rafael works at a clothing store making $15 per hour plus commission on his weekly sales. He earns 10% on the first $200 of sales, 15% on the next $450 of sales, and 20% on sales exceeding $650. If he works 30 hours and has $1000 in sales, how much does he earn in total? Show your calculations and fully explain your answer. IF
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