Question

the total cost for material and labor for performing a blood test is $38.52. if the lab adds 15 2/5% to this cost for profit, what is the charge for the blood test to a patient?​

Answer 1

$44.45

Explanation:

Convert 15 2/5% to decimal, =0.154

38.52+(38.52x0.154) (do this to add the cost of the % increase)

≈ $44.45.

Answer 2

$44.45

Explanation:

Convert 15 2/5% to decimal, =0.154

38.52+(38.52x0.154) (do this to add the cost of the % increase)

≈$44.45.