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Sharon wants to buy a coat that costs $136.

The rate for sales tax is 7%. How much sales
tax will she have to pay? What is her total
cost for the coat? Write your expression.

2 Answers

1 vote

Answer:

9.52

Explanation:

What is 136% of 7?

Y is 136% of 7

Equation: Y = P% * X

Solving our equation for Y

Y = P% * X

Y = 136% * 7

Converting percent to decimal:

p = 136%/100 = 1.36

Y = 1.36 * 7

Y = 9.52

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User Sannia
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1 vote

Answer: $145.52

Explanation:

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User Parobay
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