Question

A pair of shoes usually sells for $63. If the shoes are 40% off, and a sales tax of 7% is applied to

the discounted cost, what is the total price of the shoes, including tax? Round your answer to
the nearest penny
A.$37.08
B.$40.45
C.$40.82
D.$42.2

Answer 1

Answer: 40.45 or B

Explanation:

63 x 0.6(100%-40%) = 37.8

37.8 x 1.07 = 40.446

40.446 rounded is

40.45