Question

Ms.stoner purchased a new computer for $1,150 at the Apple Store.if sales tax is 7.5%,what was the total of her purchase?

Answer 1

Total=$1236.25

Explanation:

Answer 2

There is an additional 7.5% added to her purchase.
$1,150(1)+$1,150(7.5%) = [factor] $1,150(100%+7.5%) = $1,150(107.5%)= $1,150(1.075) =$1236.25