Question

suppose that the local sales tax rate is 4% and you purchase a car for $16,100.
a. how much tax is paid?
b. what is the car’s total cost?

a. the amount of tax paid is $ 644 .
b. the total cost is $\square .

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the cost and tax

The car's price is $16,100 and the tax paid is $644 (from part a).

Step2: Calculate total cost

To find the total cost, add the car's price and the tax. So, $16,100 + $644.
$16,100 + 644 = 16744$

Answer:

16744