MHB Percentage & Sales Story Problem

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Andrew purchased a camera originally priced at $120, which was discounted by 20%, resulting in a sale price of $96. After applying an 8% sales tax on the discounted price, the tax amounted to $7.68. The total amount Andrew paid for the camera, including tax, was $103.68. Understanding percentages is crucial for calculating discounts and taxes accurately. The final cost reflects both the discount and the added sales tax.
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Andrew bought a camera on sale at a 20% discount. It was marked down from its regular price of $120. If there is an 8% sales tax on the sale price, how much did Andrew pay for the camera?
 
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That's pretty straight forward if you understand what percentages are! 20% of \$240 is 0.20 times 240= \$48. Since \$240 is discounted by that much, the sale price is \$240- 48= \$192. 8% of that sales price is 0.08 times \$192= \$15.36. Add that tax to the sales tax: \$192.00+ 15.36= \$207.36.
 

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