What is the total cost of $703 tablet computer that is on sale at 16% off if the local sales tax rate is 3%?

Answer: $608.24

Step-by-step explanation:

Hi, first we have to calculate the percentage amount of the discount.

We have to multiply the cost by the sale percentage in decimal form.

703 x (16/100) = 703 x 0.16 = 112.48

Then, we have to subtract that amount to the original cost.

703-112.48 = 590.52

Then, we have to calculate the sale tax amount by multiplying the sale cost by the tax percentage in decimal form.

590.52 x (3/100) = 590.52 x 0.03 = 17.7156

Finally adding that amount to the sale cost.

590.52 + 17.7156 = $608.24