For those workers who receive fringe benefits, such as health insurance and pensions, the additional income this results in—over and above the average hourly wage—is as much as (for some workers)

A. 10–12 percent.
B. 30–40 percent.
C. 51–62 percent
D. 70 percent or more.


Answer: B

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