Question

The sales tax rate is 8.2%. Estimate the sales tax on a computer that costs $550.

Answer 1

Asking the Math Gods...

550*.082+550=$595.10

$45.10 in tax

Answer 2

Estimate, so we round...

8.2% rounds to 8%

550 x 8% =
550 x .08 = 44

Estimated tax is $44