Nathan bought a pair of boots for $79.95 and 2 shirts for $19.99 each. The sales tax is 7.5%. How much did Nathan pay for all the items, including tax?

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Kale Tyler

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5 January, 10:51

Nathan bought a pair of boots for $79.95 and 2 shirts for $19.99 each. The sales tax is 7.5%. How much did Nathan pay for all the items, including tax?

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Craig Hughes · Answer 1

First, add up his total.

79.95+2*19.99 = 119.93

Then multiply by 1.075 (this will add the tax to the amount)

That gives us 128.92475, which we can simplify to 128.92

He had to pay $128.92