An item is priced at $13.79. If the sales tax is 5%, what does the item cost including sales tax?

Answer 1

To determine the amount paid in sales tax, we can multiply $13.79 by 5% or (0.05):

13.79 * 0.05 = 0.69 OR 69 cents

To determine the total cost, add the tax to the price:

$13.79 + 0.69 = $14.48