Adam wants to buy a laptop. The usual price of the laptop is $500.
As a privileged card member, he is entitled to a discount of 50%.
He needs to pay a GST of 8%.
- How much is the GST?
- How much does he pay for the laptop in all?
Discount
= 50% x 500
=
50100 x 500
= $250
Amount that Adam has to pay
= 500 - 250
= $250
GST
= 8% x 250
=
8100 x 250
= $20
(b)
Amount that Adam pays for the laptop in all
= 250 + 20
= $270
Answer(s): (a) $20; (b) $270