Solving Sales Tax and Tips with Proportions

The video tutorial explains how to calculate sales tax and tips using proportions. It begins with a practical example of finding the total cost of a jersey with a 5% sales tax. The tutorial then compares sales tax rates in different states, including Minnesota, Wyoming, Nebraska, and Arizona, and calculates the total cost of an item in each state. Finally, it covers how to calculate tips for meals, using examples of 15% and 18% tips on different meal costs.

What is the total cost of a jersey priced at $34.99 with a 5% sales tax?

• $36.74

• $37.04

• $35.99

• $36.84

How much sales tax would you pay for a $34 item in Minnesota with a 7% tax rate?

• $2.58

• $2.38

• $2.48

• $2.28

Calculate the total cost for a $34 item with a 7% tax rate in Minnesota.

• $36.38

• $37.38

• $35.38

• $36.88

What is the total cost of the same item in Wyoming with a 4% sales tax?

• $35.36

• $35.46

• $35.26

• $35.56

If the tax rate in Nebraska is 5.5%, how much tax is added to a $34 item?

• $1.67

• $1.77

• $1.97

• $1.87

What is the total cost of an item in Arizona after a 9% sales tax is applied?

• $36.96

• $37.06

• $37.26

• $37.16

How much is a 15% tip on a $45 meal?

• $6.75

• $6.85

• $6.65

• $6.55

What would be the total cost of the meal after adding a 15% tip?

• $51.75

• $52.75

• $50.75

• $53.75

What is the tip amount for an 18% tip on a $60 meal?

• $10.80

• $9.80

• $10.40

• $11.80

After adding an 18% tip, what is the total cost of a $60 meal?

• $70.40

• $69.80

• $71.80

• $70.80