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A $12 sales tax is charged for $200. At this rate, what is the sales tax for a 550 purchase

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Answer:

$ 33

Explanation:

Tax = $ 12

Tax % =
(12)/(200)*100

= 6 %

Sales tax for 550 = 6% of 550


= (6)/(100)*550\\\\\\= 3*11

= $ 33

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