Percent word problems with discounts and tax
Find the percent of the price first. Then add or subtract that amount, as the question says. Give the answer in dollars.
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A set of paints costs $45. It is on sale for 20% off. What is the sale price, in dollars?
Answer: 36
A jacket costs $32. The sales tax is 25%. What is the amount of sales tax, in dollars?
Answer: 8
A jacket costs $60. The sales tax is 10%. What is the total cost, in dollars, including tax?
Answer: 66
Tip: Find the percent of the price first. Then add or subtract that amount, as the question says. Give the answer in dollars.
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