Question

Gary wants to buy a video game with a selling price of $48, on sale for 50% off. The sales tax in his state is 4.5%. How much will Gary have to pay in all?

Answer 1

$25.20

Explanation:

First, take the 50% off the sales price:

($48)*(-0.50) = -$24.

($48 - $24) = $24 sale price.

Tax on $24 is ($24)*(0.05) = $1.20

Add the price and sales tax:

$24 + $1.20 = $25.20