Bob bought a bicycle with a regular price of $250.00. He bought it on sale at a 1/2 discount. Then, he was a charged an 8% sales tax on the final sale price. How much did Bob pay for his bicycle?

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Bob bought a bicycle with a regular price of $250.00. He bought it on sale at a 1/2 discount.

Then, he was a charged an 8% sales tax on the final sale price.

How much did Bob pay for his bicycle?

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[250-(50%×250)]×(100%+8%)
[250-125]×108%
125×1.08 = $135

Dapo answered Sep 9, 2019

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