Melanie's regular hourly rate of pay is $17.70. She is paid time and a half for all work on weekends and for any time over 8.5 hours on weekdays. Calculate her gross earnings for a week in which she works 4.5, 0, 7, 8.5, 5, 6, and 9 hours on Saturday to Friday, respectively.

Regular Hourly Rate

The wage earned for each hour of work, not including overtime rates.

Time And a Half

Refers to the rate of pay that is 50% higher than an employee's regular rate, often used for overtime work.

Gross Earnings

The total income earned by an individual or business before any deductions or taxes.