Tax, Tip and Discount

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What is a gratuity?

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A gratuity, often referred to as a tip, is a sum of money given to service workers for their service, typically calculated as a percentage of the total bill.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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How do you calculate gratuity?

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To calculate gratuity, multiply the total bill amount by the gratuity percentage (expressed as a decimal). For example, for an 18% gratuity on a $75 bill: $75 x 0.18 = $13.50.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is a discount?

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A discount is a reduction in the price of a product or service, often expressed as a percentage of the original price.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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How do you calculate the sale price after a discount?

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To find the sale price, subtract the discount amount from the original price. Discount amount = Original Price x Discount Percentage.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is sales tax?

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Sales tax is a percentage added to the price of goods and services, collected by the seller and paid to the government.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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How do you calculate sales tax?

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To calculate sales tax, multiply the total price of the item by the sales tax rate (expressed as a decimal). For example, for a 9% tax on a $199.95 item: $199.95 x 0.09 = $17.995.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What is the formula for finding the final price after tax?

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Final Price = Original Price + (Original Price x Sales Tax Rate).

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

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If an item costs $85 and is on sale for 40% off, how much do you pay?

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Sale Price = Original Price - (Original Price x Discount Percentage). Sale Price = $85 - ($85 x 0.40) = $51.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is the final price of an item after applying a 15% discount on a $45 jacket?

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Final Price = Original Price - (Original Price x Discount Percentage). Final Price = $45 - ($45 x 0.15) = $38.25.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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If Sara bought $124.50 worth of items with a 35% discount, what is her final bill?

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Final Bill = Original Price - (Original Price x Discount Percentage). Final Bill = $124.50 - ($124.50 x 0.35) = $80.92.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C