So, first ask your dentist. Then, google it. Then, go to the store and get some instant spuds (Idahoan is my fav'), and make it with too much milk and water. In other words, make some soup that will solidify in your stomach but go down easier.
Another purpose of a paycheck stub is to ensure that an employee is aware of deductions made for tax purposes or benefits. These will typically be shown separately for each deduction, such as federal taxes, state taxes, health benefits, and retirement programs.
Your state might not require employer-issued pay stubs, but an employee has the right to request payroll records. For instance, printed pay stubs are mandatory in Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Iowa, Maine, Minnesota, New Mexico, North Carolina, Texas and Vermont.