Question

Simon wants to buy a video game that is on sale for $45. Sales tax in Simon's state is

6%. How much will he pay for the video game?

Answer 1

$47.70

Explanation:

Formula Applied :

Final cost = Sale Price + Sales Tax

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Finding Sales Tax :

⇒ 45 × 6%

⇒ 45 × 3/50

⇒ 3 × 9/10

⇒ $2.70

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Solving :

⇒ Final cost = $45 + $2.70

⇒ Final cost = $47.70