Question

Mick paid $2.94 in sales tax on an item that cost $42.00 before tax. At that rate, how much would he pay in sales tax for an item that cost $58.00 befire tax? Show your work.

Answer 1

Sales Tax Rate = 2.94/42 x 100 = 7%

Item = $58.00

Tax = 7% x 58 = 0.07 x 58 = 4.06

Answer 2

Sales Tax Rate = 2.94/42 x 100 = 7%

Item = $58.00

Tax = 7% x 58 = 0.07 x 58 = 4.06

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Answer: He would pay $4.06 for an item that cost $58.00.
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