Question

Julio bought 7 science fiction novels (s) and 7 comic books c) from the bookstore. His purchases can be represented by the expression 7(s + c). Part B: The cost of a science fiction novel is $5.99 and the cost of a comic book is $6.49. Sales tax is 6%. What is the total amount that Julio spent at the bookstore? Round your answer to the nearest cent. Show your work? ​

Answer 1

$92.60

Explanation:

7($5.99) + 7($6.49)=$41.93

$41.93 + $45.43 = $87.36

$87.36 + ($87.36 × 6%=0.06)

$87.36 + (0.06 × $87.36=5.24)

$87.36 + $5.24= $92.60