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Ellie is buying a camera for $615.50 and a camera bag is $65.50. If the sales tax rate is 8%, what will be the amount of sales tax on Ellie's purchase? A) $35.26 B) $40.58 C) $54.48 D) $58.72

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Answer:

C: $54.48

Explanation:

--> 615.50 + 65.50 = $681.00 or $681

--> 8% of $681 is $54.48

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The answer would be (C) $54.48. This is because if you add $615.50 and $65.50, that equals $681. And 8% of $681 is $54.48. Hope this helps! Have a great rest of your day.
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