Question

Thomas bought a DVD for $14.50, a music CD for $10, and a computer game for $48. If the sales tax rate is 8%, what is the total cost of Thomas’ purchases to the nearest cent?

Answer 1

78.03

Explanation:

14.50 + 10 + 48 = cost

cost = 72.25

tax = 5.78

total cost = cost + tax

total cost = 78.03