I got 20,737 but I could be wrong so I will attach my algorithm and work.
Since we are looking for the principal amount, then all we have to do is reverse the process of getting the amount of tax. In order to get the principal, you just have to divide 22 with 0.05. The answer is 440 so that is the principal amount you are looking for.
Answer:
11/12
Step-by-step explanation:
6 7/12 - 5 2/3
=(6-5) + (7/12 - 2/3)
= 1 + 7/12 - 2*4 / 3*4
= 1 + 7/12 - 8/12
= 1 + 7-8 / 12
= 1 + -1/12
=11/12
1,038/12= 86.5833333 86x12=1,032
1,039-1,032=7 left over So you’ll need 87 boxes
