Mrs. Kim bought several items at a department store that totaled to $134.50. After 4% tax was added, how much did Mrs. Kim spend?

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Brendan Lowe

31 March, 16:59

Mrs. Kim bought several items at a department store that totaled to $134.50. After 4% tax was added, how much did Mrs. Kim spend?

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Nevaeh Lam · Answer 1

You have to find 104% of 134.5

100% = 134.5

4% = 1% x 4%

1% = 1.345, so 4% = 1.345x4 = 5.38

100% + 4% = 134.5 + 5.38 = 139.88

She will spend $139.88 after tax