Question

Pair of shoes usually sells for $70. If the shoes are 40% off, and sales tax is 5%, what is the total price of the shoes, including tax?

Answer 1

$44.10

Explanation:

The sale price of the shoes is (1.00-0.40)($70), or $42.

The final price, including tax, is (1.00 + 0.05)($42), or $44.10.