Question

*18. the bike cost $120. the sales - tax rate was 8%. what was the total cost of the bike including sales tax? (hint: start by finding 8% of $120) answer:

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate sales tax amount

First, convert 8% to a decimal: $8\% = 0.08$. Then find 8% of $120$:
$\$120 \times 0.08 = \$9.60$

Step2: Find total cost

Add the sales tax to the bike's cost:
$\$120 + \$9.60 = \$129.60$

Answer:

$\$129.60$