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Solve the problem. Use a FICA rate of 6.2%, a Medicare rate of 1.45%, and an SDI rate of 1%. Assume the person's
earnings will not exceed $31,800 for the year. Round to the nearest cent if needed.
-Todd Bennett worked 41.5 hours last week at Eck Builders, a construction company. He is paid $ 11.27 per hour, plus time-and-a-half for overtime. Find his Social Security tax and Medicare tax
For the week.

A) $27.95, $6.54
B) $29.00, $6.78
C) $29.52, $6.90
D) $43.50, $10.17

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