Question

Clyde bought a belt for $25 at a tax rate of 5%. He also bought a shirt $14 at a tax rate at 5%. What is the sum, in dollars, that he will pay including tax?

Answer 1

40.95

Explanation:

First, calculate the tax rate for the belt.

$25 is 1/4 of 100. 5% of 100 is 5, so the tax for 25 is 1/4 of 5, or 1.25.

Next, calculate the tax for the shirt. 14*0.05=0.7

Add everything together.

14+25+0.7+1.25=40.95