Question

Set up and solve a proportion 6/100=s/12

Answer 1

Amount of tax on the book (s) is $0.72

Step-by-step explanation:

• Step 1: Given 6/100 = s/12
• Step 2: Cross multiply to solve for s

⇒ 6 × 12 = 100 × s

⇒ 72 = 100s

⇒ s = 72/100 = 0.72