Question

Kayla buys a video game for $19 plus a 6% tax. Michael buys a volleyball for $18 plus a 6% tax Enter the diference in the

amount Kayla and Michael paid, including tax. Round your answer to the nearest cent.

Answer 1

$1.06

Explanation:

Kayla: 19 increase 6% =

19 × (1 + 6%) = 19 × (1 + 0.06) = 20.14

Michael: 18 increase 6% =

18 × (1 + 6%) = 18 × (1 + 0.06) = 19.08

Difference: 20.14 - 19.08 = 1.06