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An auto mechanic has collected $1468.63 for parts, including 6% tax. For accounting purposes, he must determine exactly how much of the total was in sales tax. HINT: Let "x" stand for the dollar amount
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An auto mechanic has collected $1468.63 for parts, including 6% tax. For accounting purposes, he must determine exactly how much of the total was in sales tax.

HINT: Let "x" stand for the dollar amount of the parts BEFORE tax was added. ​

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Answer:To calculate the sales tax that is included in a company's receipts, divide the total amount received (for the items that are subject to sales tax) by "1 + ...

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