Understanding Payroll and Deductions

Understanding Payroll and Deductions

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Thomas White

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This video tutorial covers the concepts of deductions and net pay, explaining how various deductions like CPP, EI, and taxes affect gross pay to determine net income. It provides examples of calculating deductions using tax tables and online calculators, demonstrating the process with two case studies: Bob and Sharon. The tutorial also highlights the importance of understanding tax tables and offers tips for using online tools to simplify calculations.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term for the income you take home after all deductions?

Gross Pay

Net Income

Taxable Income

Total Earnings

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a mandatory deduction for retirement savings in Canada?

Federal Tax

Union Dues

Canada Pension Plan

Employment Insurance

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of tax is deducted to cover costs by the federal government?

Federal Tax

Union Dues

CPP

Provincial Tax

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the example of Bob's net pay, what is his weekly salary?

$350

$375

$385

$400

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What tool can be used for quick calculation of taxes and net pay?

Manual Calculation

Spreadsheet

Online Tax Calculator

Tax Tables

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many hours of overtime does Sharon work in a week?

4 hours

5 hours

3 hours

2 hours