Question

Shakeela is planning to buy a pair of pants that have an original price of $51. The pants are on sale for 50% off and the sales tax is 5%.
Which estimate will give her a close approximation of the price she will have to pay?

A) $50 + $2.50

B) $30 + $1.50

C) $25 + $1.25

D) $45 + $2.50

Answer 1

Answer:

C) $25 + $1.25

Step-by-step explanation:

1.  51 x .5 = 25.5

2.  25.5 x .05 = 1.275

25 + 1.25  ≈  25.5 + 1.28