Question

When paying for the her back-to-school clothing purchase, Kristal learned that it was the final day of her state’s tax-free holiday. Kristal decided to purchase a pair of earrings using the $15 she would have paid in taxes on her original purchase. If the tax rate is 6.25% what is the total purchase price Kristal paid for the back-to-school clothing and the earrings?

Answer 1

0.0625 x = 15

x = $240