First, find the gradient of line A. We know that the line passes through the points (1, 3) and (4, 9). To calculate the gradient, find the difference in the y coordinates and the difference in the x coordinates, and then divide the y value by the x value. 9 - 3/4 - 1 = 6/3 = 2. The gradient of line A is 2.
One government expert calculated that a construction worker earning $31,200 a year before taxes would be left with an annual net compensation of $10,660.80 if paid as an independent contractor, compared to $21,885.20 if paid properly as an employee.
Answer Wiki. Generally speaking, the cost difference between an independent shop and a dealership is most pronounced in labor rates. A dealership's labor rate will be $100-$150 an hour, while an independent shop will come in at $60-$100 an hour. The main reasons for these price differences are: Dealership facilities are more expensive to operate, largely because they must be capable of servicing every vehicle they sell.