SOLUTION: Amelia chose 3 cds that each cost $16. The sales tax on the three cds is $3.96. Write a direct variation equation relating sales tax to the price.

SOLUTION: Amelia chose 3 cds that each cost $16. The sales tax on the three cds is $3.96. Write a direct variation equation relating sales tax to the price.

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Question 108446: Amelia chose 3 cds that each cost $16. The sales tax on the three cds is $3.96. Write a direct variation equation relating sales tax to the price.
Answer by checkley71(8403) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
3.96/3=1.32 IS THE TAX ON EACH 16.00 CD.
THUS THE TAX IS 1.32/16.00=.0825 OR 8.25% SALES TAX.
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