Question

50% off on a $300 skateboard! There was a 6% tax. What is the new Total for the skateboard?​

Answer 1

$159

Explanation:

300 decrease 50% =

300 × (1 - 50%) = 300 × (1 - 0.5) = 150

150 increase 6% =

150 × (1 + 6%) = 150 × (1 + 0.06) = 159

Answer 2

$159

Explanation: