Question

The city of Springvale imposes a net income tax on businesses operating within its jurisdiction. The tax equals 1% of income up to $100,000 and 1.5% of income in excess of $100,000. The Springvale Bar and Grill generated $782,000 net income this year. Its city income tax is_______.

Answer 1

$11,230

Step-by-step explanation:

The city of Springvale imposed a net income tax on all businesses

Each business will make a payment of 1% for any amount up to $100,000 and 1.5% for any amount above $100,000

The net income generated by Springvale Bar and Grill is

= $782,000- $100,000

= $682,000

Therefore, it's city income tax is calculated as follows

(1/100+100,000) + ( 1.5/100+682,000)

( 0.01+100,000) + ( 0.015+682,000)

= 1000 + 10,230

= $11,230

Hence, Springvale Bar and Grill will pay a net income tax of $11,230