Question

David bought a camera for $250. This price included a sales tax of 15%. Calculate the tax that was paid?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Let 'p' be the price before tax , then .15 p is the tax added

p + .15 p = 250

1.15 p = 250

p = 250/1.15 = 217.39

then tax is .15 p = $ 32.61