Question

Jeanie bought a book for $8.98, a pen for $3.27 and a ruler for $1.50. if the sales tax on each of the items is 8%, what is the total amount Jenny must pay for the items including tax?

Answer 1

$14.85

Explanation:

8.98 x.08= 0.7184

3.27 x .08= 0.2616

1.50 x .08= 0.12

8.98 + 0.72= 9.70

3.27 + .26= 3.53

1.50 + 12 =1.62

9.70+ 3.53 +1.62 = 14.85

Answer 2

$14.85

Explanation:

8.98 + 3.27 + 1.5 = 13.75

13.75 x .08 = 1.1

13.75 + 1.1 = 14.85