Question

The list price of a tablet computer is d dollars. Phil buys the tablet for $50 less than the list price. If the sales tax is 7%, how

much does Phil pay for the tablet, including sales tax?
(0.07d - 50) dollars
(0.7d - 50) dollars
1.07(0 - 50) dollars
1.07(d +50) dollars

Answer 1

Answer: a.)

(0.07d - 50) dollars

Explanation:

If you take 7% of 100 that would give you .07% instead of 1.07 which is basically 107% and you wouldn't be adding it because of the keyword less. So your best answer would .07% - 50 dollars.