Question

Hilda lives in Idaho, has a sales tax of 6%. She just bought a digital projector whose full price $860, but after sending in a rebate form, she later received a check in the mail for $85. What was total amount that Hilda ended up paying after receiving the rebate?

a.$821.50
b.$826.60
c.$911.60
d.$775.00

Answer 1

Answer: B $826.60

Explanation:

Answer 2

First you would multiply $860 and .06 (6%) and you'll get $51.60 (which is your tax) Then, you'll add $860 and $51.60 to get $911.60. BUT she had that rebate. Finally, you will take $911.60 and subtract it by 85 (the rebate) and get $826.60