Ryan bought fishing gear, they cost 51.50,14.99, and 5.79. The sales tax was calculated by multiplying the total cost of the fishing gear by 0.05 and rounding to the nearest cent. How much did Ryan pay for the fishing gear including sales tax?

Answer: 76.28 approximately 76

Step-by-step explanation:

Ryan bought fishing gear for 51.50, 14.99 and 5.79.

Total fishing gear bought will be the addition of the 3 fishing gear.

51.50 + 14.99 + 5.79 = 72.28

The sales tax is the multiplication of the total fishing gear by 0.05

= 72.28 * 0.05

= 3.614 which is approximately 4

Amount paid by Ryan will be

Total fishing gear + Sales tax

= 72.28 + 4

= 76.28 approximately 76.