Question

At the mall, Jamie buys a pair of jeans for $34 and then a shirt for $12. The store is having a 25%
off sale. You will then have to pay 8% sales tax. What is the total amount you will pay?

Answer 1

Answer:

$37.26

Explanation:

firstly, we find the total original price: $34 + $12 = $46.

next, we can multiply this by 100% - 25% = 75% to find the discounted price:

$46 × 75%

= $46 ÷ 100 × 75

= $34.50

finally, add on the sales tax which is 100% + 8% = 108%:

$34.50 × 108%

= $34.50 ÷ 100 × 108

= $37.26

i hope this helps! :D