Question

Maria is purchasing a sweater marked 40% off. The original price of the sweater is $60. The sales tax is 6%, what is the total amount she will pay for the sweater?

Answer 1

40% off means she is paying 60% of the original price:

60 x 0.60 = 36.00

The sale price is $36

Now add the tax:

36 x 1.06 = 38.16

She pays $38.16 total