Question

Aaron buys 3 ties for $19.95 each, a belt for $23.50, and a pair of boots for $124.95. The sales tax in his city is 5%, To the nearest cent, what is the total cost of Aaron’s purchases?

Answer 1

(3x19.95+23.5+124.95)1.05=
59.85+23.5+124.95 =208.3
208.3×1.05=218.715