Question

The property of taxes on a home varies directly with the value of the home. Jack currently lives in a home worth $172,000 and pays $13,760 on taxes.

Identify the constant.

Answer 1

the constant is 172,000

Explanation:

because the home's worth never changes, but the taxes change based on the year

Answer 2

Jack pays 8% property tax

172,000. X .08 = $13,760

So

329,000. X .08 = $26,320