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Yasmin bought several items at the discount store. She paid 8.75 percent sales tax, an amount of $4.59, on the total amount of her purchase. What was the total amount of her purchase before tax was added?

User Ctranxuan
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4.59/.0875

$52.46

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User Gianny
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divide the total tax by the rate

8.75% = 0.0875

4.59/.0875 = 52.457 round to 52.46

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