On an income of $15,000 a year, Jones pays 15% in federal taxes and 10% of the remainder in state taxes. How much is left?
A. $9,750
B. $11,475
C. $12,750
D. $13,500
E. $14,125
After the 15% deduction, $12,750 is left. After the 10% is deducted from $12,750, $11,475 is left.
(Note you cannot simply deduct 25% from $15,000).