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If the sales tax in Texas is 8.25%, what is the
total cost of a new backpack for $36?

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Answer:


Total\ Cost = \$38.97

Explanation:

Given


Backpack = \$36


Sales\ Tax = 8.25\%

Required

Determine the Total Cost

Total cost is calculated as thus


Total\ Cost = Backpack + Backpack * Sales\ Tax


Total\ Cost = \$36 + \$36 * 8.25\%


Total\ Cost = \$36 + \$2.97


Total\ Cost = \$38.97

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