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QuizMultiple Choice

Finding a Percent of a Number

Question 10 • * SY2025-26 - 1205040 M/J Grade 7 Mathematics Sem 1 CR

If Adam orders a book from Store X, how much will he owe to the nearest cent? The tax rate only applies to the cost of the book.Comparison of Online Bookstores Store XStore YCost of book$17.00$18.00Tax rate6%8%Shipping10% of cost of the bookFREE

Answer
A
$17.16
B
$19.72
C
$21.53
D
$27.20

Explanation

Store X charges $17.00 for the book. The tax is 6% of $17.00, or $1.02, and shipping is 10% of $17.00, or $1.70. Adding these costs gives $17.00 + $1.02 + $1.70 = $19.72, so the correct choice is B, $19.72.

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