The sales tax rate is 4.315% for the city and 4% for the state. Find the total amount paid for 2 boxes of chocolates at $17.07 each. PLS HELP ME

Tobriand asked Apr 27, 2023

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The sales tax rate is 4.315% for the city and 4% for the state. Find the total amount paid for 2 boxes of chocolates at $17.07 each.

PLS HELP ME

Tobriand asked Apr 27, 2023

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Answer: $18.49

Explanation:

First, add both the tax rate, 4.315 + 4 = 8.315%

Then take 17.07 divided by 100%, then times 8.315% = $1.42

Then add 17.07 + 1.42 = $18.49

PaulCo answered May 3, 2023

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