Question

Angelo purchased some gifts for his younger brothers and sisters online. He bought a dollhouse for $32.59, 2 board games for $12.95 each and 2 movies for $9.99 each. The web site had a promotional offer of $5 off and no shipping fees for any purchase totaling at least $50. Angelo was charged 7.25% tax on his total purchase. How much did Angelo pay for his online purchase?
a.
$78.47
b.
$78.80
c.
$79.16
d.
$84.16

Answer 1

Total before discount = 32.59 + 2(12.95) + 2(9.99) = 32.59 + 25.90 + 19.98 = 78.47.

Promotion applies (≥ $50): 78.47 − 5.00 = 73.47.

Tax = 7.25% of 73.47 = 0.0725×73.47 ≈ 5.33.

Total paid ≈ 73.47 + 5.33 = 78.80.

Answer: b. $78.80