Question

Mr. Joe went to a store and bought 5 things for $65. He hat to pay 8.25% sales tax and had a discount coupon of 15% off. He gave the cashier a $100 bill. What was his change? i got $40.19

Answer 1

@ghazi

Answer 2

8.25% of sales tax that is 8.25% of 65 +65= 70.3625 and then 15% discount
70 -15% of 70.3625 = 70 -10.55= $59.45

Answer 3

Hmm. You're sure?

Answer 4

yep :)

Answer 5

Okay. thanks:)

Answer 6

Let me erase, then.

Answer 7

its alright :)

Answer 8

I did 65+5.36 (tax) = 70.36 -15% = 59.80
100-59.80 = 40.19

Answer 9

you are absolutely right :)

Answer 10

:o really?

Answer 11

i forgot the last step that is 100-59.80

Answer 12

Oh, okay. Tnx for checking, young man!

Answer 13

you're welcome old lady :)

Answer 14

:D