What might the first paycheck for a salaried worker sometimes cover?

Answer

A period of time that began before the official start date.

For salaried employees, the first check may cover a period of time that commenced before their official start date, or conversely, their initial work time might not be covered until the subsequent full cycle.

What might the first paycheck for a salaried worker sometimes cover?
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