Question

John purchased a sport utility vehicle for $40,000.00. Sales tax was 6%. The total price, including sales tax, was ________.

Answer 1

the total price would be 42,400

Answer 2

The total price including sales tax = $42,400.00

Explanation:

It is given that, John purchased a sport utility vehicle for $40,000.00. Sales tax was 6%.

Calculate sales tax

We have to find 6% of $40000

Sales tax = 6/100) * 40000

= 2400

To find the total price

Total = 40000 + 2400 = 42400

Therefore total price including sales tax = $424000

The correct answer is $424000