To determine how Mercedes' salary of $55,000 compares to the industry average, we would need to know the specific industry average salary for design jobs. Without that information, I can't provide a definitive answer.
However, if you have access to the industry average, you can compare it directly to Mercedes' salary:
- If the average is significantly higher than $55,000, you would choose "a lot less than the average."
- If it's slightly higher, then "a little less than the average" would be appropriate.
- Conversely, if the average is significantly lower, then "a lot more than the average" would apply.
- If it’s slightly lower, you would select "a little more than the average."
Please provide the industry average for a more accurate comparison.