The price of a video game is $68.00 plus 8% sales tax.

What is the sales tax on this video game in dollars and cents?

A.$6.88

B.$5.44

C.$4.48

D.$6.00


To find the sales tax on the video game, we can use the formula for calculating sales tax:

\[
\text{Sales Tax} = \text{Price} \times \text{Sales Tax Rate}
\]

In this case, the price of the video game is $68.00, and the sales tax rate is 8% (or 0.08 in decimal form). Let's calculate the sales tax:

\[
\text{Sales Tax} = 68.00 \times 0.08 = 5.44
\]

Thus, the sales tax is **$5.44**.

The correct answer is **B. $5.44**.

Would you like more details or have any further questions?

Here are 5 related questions:
1. What is the total price of the video game after adding sales tax?
2. How would the sales tax change if the rate was 10% instead of 8%?
3. What would be the total price if the video game cost $75.00 with the same tax rate?
4. How is the sales tax percentage converted into a decimal for calculations?
5. What would be the sales tax on a $100 game with a 6% sales tax rate?

**Tip:** When calculating percentages, always convert the percentage to a decimal by dividing by 100.

The price of a video game is $68.00 plus 8% sales tax. What is the sales tax on this video game in dollars and cents?
A. $6.88
B. $5.44
C. $4.48
D. $6.00

Learn how to calculate the sales tax on a $68 video game with an 8% sales tax rate. This problem involves applying the percentage formula to determine the correct answer. Suitable for students in Grades 6-8.

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