Question

beth is traveling and doesnt know the sales tax rate in the city she is visiting. she buys a $6 souvenir and is charged $6.45 after tax. what is the sales tax rate? %

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate tax amount

$\$6.45 - \$6 = \$0.45$

Step2: Find tax rate (percent)

$\text{Tax Rate} = \frac{\text{Tax Amount}}{\text{Original Price}} \times 100 = \frac{0.45}{6} \times 100 = 7.5\%$

Answer:

7.5%