Charlie paid for his purchases with a $50.00 bill. He paid $2.34 sales tax on his purchases and received $8.70 in change. If Charlie bought 8 items what is the average cost of one item without tax?

Question

Charlie paid for his purchases with a $50.00 bill.  He paid $2.34 sales tax on his purchases and received $8.70 in change.  If Charlie bought 8 items what is the average cost of one item without tax?

Ms. Sue · Answer

50 - (2.34 + 8.70) = ? Divide the remainder by 8.