Question

Jasmine wants to buy a new backpack that cost $50 if the tax rate is 6.5% how much will she pay when she buys the backpack

Answer 1

$50 * 6.5 is approx. $1.95
Answer is $51.95

Answer 2

50 + (50 * 0.065) = the answer, sorry I don't have my calculator on me.