Question

Sam bought brushes for $8, a palette for $5, and oil paints for $15. He paid $29.82 in all. What sales tax rate did Sam pay? 0.06% 0.65% 6.5%

Answer 1

Total price = 8 + 5 + 15 = $28

Sales Tax = $29.82 - $28 = $1.82

Sales Tax Rate = 1.82/28 x 100 = 6.5%

Answer: The Sales Tax Rate is 6.5%

Answer 2

Hey!
Sam paid a 6.5% Sales Tax.

Formula...
1.82/28.00= X/100X= 6.5%
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~Nadia~