Under the FLSA, which element is specifically used as the multiplier in overtime calculation?

• A. Regular rate
• B. Hours beyond the standard workweek
• C. 1.5x multiplier
• D. 2x multiplier

Answer: (C)

The main concept is how overtime is calculated under the FLSA: overtime pay is determined by applying a 1.5 times multiplier to the employee’s regular rate for each hour worked beyond the standard 40-hour workweek. This 1.5x factor is what makes overtime pay higher than the regular rate, acknowledging the extra work hours. The regular rate itself is the base used to compute that overtime amount, not the multiplier. The hours beyond the standard workweek identify which hours qualify for overtime, but they don’t set the multiplier. Double-time (2x) would be outside the usual FLSA overtime rule, unless a specific agreement or policy provides for it.