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The problem asks for the sales tax on a video game that costs $68.00, given an 8% sales tax rate.

To find the sales tax, we calculate 8% of $68.00:

\[
\text{Sales Tax} = 68.00 \times \frac{8}{100} = 68.00 \times 0.08 = 5.44
\]

Thus, the correct sales tax is **$5.44**, which corresponds to option B.

Would you like more details or have any further questions?

Here are some related questions:
1. What would the total price of the game be, including sales tax?
2. How do you calculate sales tax for different percentages?
3. If the sales tax were 10%, what would the new tax amount be?
4. How does changing the base price affect the tax amount?
5. What if the sales tax was calculated after a discount—how would that affect the final tax?

**Tip:** Always express sales tax as a decimal when performing calculations (for example, 8% becomes 0.08).

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?

Learn how to calculate the sales tax on a $68.00 video game with an 8% sales tax rate. This problem involves basic percentage calculations, showing how to find the tax amount of $5.44. Suitable for students in Grades 6-8.

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