Question

Shalika bought a purse for $120.the tax rate is 9%. what is the total amount shalika paid

Answer 1

Explanation:

100% = 120

1%= 120/100= 1.2

9% = 1.2 x 9= 10.8

10.80 to the 120 to get $130.80

Answer 2

The amount of the purse is, $120.

Tax rate =9%

First find the the total tax she paid on the amount is equal to the 9% of $120 i.e,

Now,

Total amount paid by Shalika = $120 +$10.8 = $130.8