Question

What is the cost for 5 t-shirts that cost $10 with a sales tax of 6%?

$3

$50

$56

$53

Answer 1

To calculate the total cost for 5 t-shirts priced at $10 each with a sales tax of 6%, follow these steps:

1. **Calculate the cost of the t-shirts:**
\[
5 \text{ t-shirts} \times \$10/\text{t-shirt} = \$50
\]

2. **Calculate the sales tax:**
\[
\text{Sales tax} = 6\% \text{ of } \$50 = 0.06 \times 50 = \$3
\]

3. **Calculate the total cost:**
\[
\text{Total cost} = \text{Cost of t-shirts} + \text{Sales tax} = \$50 + \$3 = \$53
\]

Therefore, the total cost for the 5 t-shirts including sales tax is **$53**.