Multi Step Percent Problems

Mr. Barrett bought a new battery for his car. The battery cost $72. Since batteries are a taxable item, he had to pay a sales tax of 7.5%. What was the total cost of the battery in dollars and cents?

• $79.50

• $5.40

• $77.40

• $66.60

Kimberly's family has a dinner bill of $26 and wants to leave a 15% tip for their server. How much tip are they leaving?

• 29.90

• 39.00

• 4.00

• 3.90

Find the percent of change.

From 24 teachers to 30 teachers.

• 25% decrease

• 25% increase

• 20% decrease

• 20% increase

What is the total price of a book if Barnes and Nobles gets it for $4.25 and the markup is 30%?

• $55.25

• $1.28

• $5.53

• $4.38

The regular price of a scooter is $65.50. It is on sale for $52.40. What is the percent decrease from the regular price to the sale price of the scooter? 

• 35%

• 25%

• 30%

• 20%

Emilio borrows $1200 from a bank with 8% simple interest per year.  How much will he have to pay back total in 2 years?

• $150

• $192

• $1350

• $1392

Calculate the percent increase. Round to the nearest percent.

Original: 16

New: 28

• 43%

• 0.43%

• 75%

• 0.75%

The Smiths spent $29.85 for entrees and beverages at dinner. The sales tax was 6% of the price of the meal. They left a 15% tip. How much money did the Smith family pay for the meal, including tax and tip?

• $31.64

• $36.39

• $31.60

• $42.89

Walter bought a CD for $17, a pair of shoes for $30 and a pair of jeans for $25.  The tax rate was 6%.  What was the total cost of Walter's purchase?

• $74.32

• $4.32

• $76.32

• $72.00

A book at Barnes and Noble cost $7.95 and is on sale for 15% off.  The sales tax is 6%.  What is the total cost of the book?

• $6.49

• $7.74

• $6.96

• $7.16