The cost of a laptop was $950. The sales tax rate is 7% of the purchase price. What is the total price of the laptop?

To find the total price of the laptop, including the sales tax, follow these steps:

1. **Calculate the sales tax:**

   The sales tax is 7% of the purchase price, so:
   \[
   \text{Sales tax} = 0.07 \times 950 = 66.5 \text{ dollars}
   \]

2. **Add the sales tax to the purchase price:**

   \[
   \text{Total price} = 950 + 66.5 = 1016.5 \text{ dollars}
   \]

So, the total price of the laptop, including sales tax, is **$1016.50**.

Would you like more details or have any other questions? Here are some related questions:

1. What would the total price be if the sales tax rate were 8%?
2. How much would the sales tax be if the laptop cost $1200 instead?
3. What is the total price if a discount of 10% is applied before the tax?
4. If you paid $1020, what was the effective sales tax rate?
5. How much would the total price be if you bought two laptops with the same tax rate?

**Tip:** When calculating sales tax, multiply the purchase price by the tax rate and add the result to the original price to get the total cost.

Learn how to calculate the total price of a $950 laptop including sales tax at a rate of 7%. This problem covers basic arithmetic and percentage calculations, demonstrating how to apply sales tax to a purchase price. Suitable for students in Grades 4-6.

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