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Kevin bought a music CD in California which had a price of $15.00. However, he paid $16.20 for the music CD. What was the percent of tax in California?

User David Guerrero
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Answer:

The tax increase is 8%

Explanation:

16.20 - 15.00 = 1.2

1.2 / 15.00 = 0.08

0.08 x 100 = 8%

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User Wynona
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Answer:

18%

Explanation:

15.00 divided by 100 = .15

.15 x 1.20 for the tax = .18

therefore 18%

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