SOLUTION: The sales tax on a car that sold for $12,000 is $840. At the same rate, how much higher is the sales tax on a car that sells for $18,500
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Question 888404: The sales tax on a car that sold for $12,000 is $840. At the same rate, how much higher is the sales tax on a car that sells for $18,500 Answer by JulietG(1812) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! 840 = x% of 12,000
Divide each side by 12000
x = .07
At 7%, how much is the sales tax on an $18,500 car?
.07 * 18500 = 1295
HOw much more is 1295 than 840? 1295 - 840 = $455
