Question

Vicky made some purchases at the

Sunflower Market. She bought strawberries
for $3.50, carrots for $2.25 and a bouquet of
flowers for $9.95. If sales tax is 5%, what will
Maria pay altogether?

1. $16.48

2. $15.70

3. $16.49

4. $16.50

Answer 1

Explanation:

Vicky Bought:

Strawberries $3.50

Carrots $2.25

Flowers $9.95

Subtotal $3.50 + $2.25 + $9.95

= $15.70

5% Sales Tax (5% of Subtotal) = 5/100 x $15.70

= $0.785 (will not round off here as it is not the final answer.)

Total = Subtotal + 5% Sales Tax

= $15.70 + $0.785

= $16.485

= $16.49 (rounded off to nearest cent)