Question

In a state where the sales tax is 5%, Gerald buys a chair for $89.95 and a couch for $257.00. How much sales tax does he pay on the items?

Answer 1

17.35

Explanation:

89.95 + 257 = 346.95 - 5% = 17.35

Answer 2

The couch cost $257 and the chair cost $89.95
89.95+257=346.95
The sales tax is 5%=0.05
346.95×0.05=17.3475
17.3475≈17.35
Solution: Gerald would pay $17.35 in sales tax on the two items