Tax and Tip

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What is tax?

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Tax is a mandatory financial charge imposed by a government on individuals or businesses to fund public services and infrastructure.

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What is a tip?

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A tip is a small amount of money given to someone for their service, typically in the hospitality industry, as a token of appreciation.

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

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How do you calculate a percentage discount?

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To calculate a percentage discount, multiply the original price by the discount percentage (as a decimal) and subtract that amount from the original price.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is the formula to calculate sales tax?

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Sales Tax = Original Price x Sales Tax Rate.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3D

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If an item costs $50 and has a 10% sales tax, what is the total cost?

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Total Cost = $50 + ($50 x 0.10) = $55.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What does 'rounding to the nearest cent' mean?

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Rounding to the nearest cent means adjusting a monetary amount to the closest hundredth of a dollar.

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CCSS.3.NBT.A.1

CCSS.4.NBT.A.3

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If a shirt costs $30 and is on sale for 15% off, what is the sale price?

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Sale Price = $30 - ($30 x 0.15) = $25.50.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is the difference between 'added to' and 'subtracted from' in terms of tax?

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Tax is 'added to' the total price of an item, increasing the final amount paid.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

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How do you find the final cost after tax?

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Final Cost = Original Price + Sales Tax.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3D

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What is a common tip percentage in restaurants?

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A common tip percentage in restaurants is 15% to 20% of the total bill.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C