Question

Marta bought 3 towels for $8.50 each and 5 washcloths for $1.25 each. If the sales tax rate is 8%, what is the total amount of money she spent?

Answer 1

$32.25

Explanation:

3 × $8.50 = $25.50, 5 × $1.25 = $6.25 × sales tax (8%) = $0.50, $6.25 + $25.50 + $0.50 = $32.25

Answer 2

34.29

Explanation:

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