Answer:
x=31.25%
Step-by-step explanation:
set up a proportion as 15/48=x/100 and solve.
Answer:
The sales tax is determined by computing a percent of the purchase price. To find the sales tax multiply the purchase price by the sales tax rate. Remember to convert the sales tax rate from a percent to a decimal number. Once the sales tax is calculated, it is added to the purchase price.
