SOLUTION: Write an equation expressing the variation described; then use it to solve the problem Find the sales tax, T, paid on purchases at the rate of 7% if tax varies directly with the

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Question 1000606: Write an equation expressing the variation described; then use it to solve the problem
Find the sales tax, T, paid on purchases at the rate of 7% if tax varies directly with the total purchase price, P. How much sales tax is paid on a $495 computer purchase?

Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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sales tax, T, paid on purchases at the rate of 7% if tax varies directly with the total purchase price, P. , T=0.07%2AP.

Then for the question, P=495.