Question

Sharon wants to buy a coat that costs $136.
The rate for sales tax is 7%. How much sales
tax will she have to pay? What is her total
cost for the coat? Write your expression.

Answer 1

Answer: $145.52

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

9.52

Step-by-step explanation:

What is 136% of 7?

Y is 136% of 7

Equation: Y = P% * X

Solving our equation for Y

Y = P% * X

Y = 136% * 7

Converting percent to decimal:

p = 136%/100 = 1.36

Y = 1.36 * 7

Y = 9.52