Question

*IMPORTANT*
The final bill including tax was $42.50. If the tax was 8.6% what was the original
bill before tax was added?

Answer 1

Answer:

$38.84

Step-by-step explanation:

8.6% of $42.50

42.50 × 8.6/100 = 3.655 or 3.66

before tax

$42.50 - $3.66 = $38.84