Question

Six sorority sisters rent a house for $678.28.The tax rate is 15%. The ladies were charged a late fee of 10% for paying late. How much for the sorority sisters pay all together? How much should each girl contribute if they are paying equal amounts?

Answer 1

Answer: (1) $847.85 , (2) $141.31

Explanation:

House rent amount = $678.28

Tax rate of 15% of the rent = 15/100 x 678.28

= $101.742

% charged for late payments = 10% of 678.28

= 10/100 x 678.28

= $67.828

(1) Now , the total amount due payable by the six sorority sisters

= $678.28 + $101.742 + $67.828

= $847.85.

The question is in two parts

(2) The amount each of the six sorority sisters should contribute if they are paying equal amount = $847.85

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6

= $141.31