Question

Missy bought a skateboard for $49.80 and a helmet for $37.60. The sales tax on both items was 5%. If she paid with a $100 bill, how much change will she get back from the cashier?

Answer 1

Answer: The total cost of the skateboard and the helmet before tax is:

$49.80 + $37.60 = $87.40

The total cost including the 5% sales tax is:

$87.40 + 5% of $87.40 = $87.40 + $4.37 = $91.77

Missy paid with a $100 bill, so her change will be:

$100 - $91.77 = $8.23

Therefore, Missy will get $8.23 in change from the cashier.

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