In the nursing student scenario, what sequence of temporary disability rates is described?

In the nursing student scenario, what sequence of temporary disability rates is described?

• A. B $200 while PT; $266.67 after graduation; and $666.67 after certificate
• B. D $200 while PT; $266.67 after graduation
• C. A $133.33 while PT; $266.67 after graduate; and $666.67 after certificate
• D. C Who cares

Answer: (A)

Temporary disability benefits are calculated as two-thirds of the worker’s average weekly wage (AWW) at the time of injury. In this nursing student scenario, the student’s earnings rise through stages: during practical training the AWW is $300, so two-thirds is $200. After graduation the AWW increases to $400, giving two-thirds as $266.67. After earning the certificate the AWW is $1,000, producing two-thirds of $1,000, or $666.67. This sequence reflects the standard rule that TD benefits track two-thirds of the current AWW at each stage, making it the best-fit description.

Temporary disability benefits are calculated as two-thirds of the worker’s average weekly wage (AWW) at the time of injury. In this nursing student scenario, the student’s earnings rise through stages: during practical training the AWW is $300, so two-thirds is $200. After graduation the AWW increases to $400, giving two-thirds as $266.67. After earning the certificate the AWW is $1,000, producing two-thirds of $1,000, or $666.67. This sequence reflects the standard rule that TD benefits track two-thirds of the current AWW at each stage, making it the best-fit description.