How are each of the following percent applications different, and how are they the same? Solve each problem, and then compare your solution process for each problem.
a. Silvio earns 10% for each car sale he makes while working at a used car dealership. If he sells a used car for $2,000, what is his commission?
b. Tu’s family stayed at a hotel for 10 nights on their vacation. The hotel charged a 10% room tax, per night. How much did they pay in room taxes if the room cost $200 per night?
c. Eric bought a new computer and printer online. He had to pay 10% in shipping fees. The items totaled $2,000. How much did the shipping cost?
d. Selena had her wedding rehearsal dinner at a restaurant. The restaurant’s policy is that gratuity is included in the bill for large parties. Her father said the food and service were exceptional, so he wanted to leave an extra 10% tip on the total amount of the bill. If the dinner bill totaled $2,000, how much money did her father leave as the extra tip?