Question:
Shyama purchases a scooter costing Rs 36,450 and the rate of sales tax is 9%, then the total amount paid by her is:
(a) Rs 36,490.50
(b) Rs 39,730.50
(c) Rs 36,454.50
(d) Rs 33,169.50
Solution:
(b) Rs 39,730.50
Explanation: Scooter cost Rs.36450 at the rate of sales tax = 9%.
Total cost of scooter paid by Shyama = 9% of 36450 + 36450
= (9/100 × 36450) + 36450
= 3280.5 + 36450
= 39730.5