Question

Sharon paid $78 sales tax on a new camera.

If the sales tax rate is 6.5%, what was the cost
of the camera?

Answer 1

Answer: $1200

Step-by-step explanation: Lets use the percent equation.

78 = 0.065 x t (Convert 6.5% to a decimal and t = total cost of camera.)

78/0.065 = 0.065t/0.065

t = 1200

So the total cost of the camera is $1,200

I have a question for you though, is this a question in your Envision Math book as a review for lesson 4-3?