Solve the problem.
-In Jameel's state, the sales tax rate is $1.75 \%$ for the city and $5 \%$ for the state. Find the total amount paid for 6 DVD players at $\$ 149$ each.
A) $\$ 954.35$
B) $\$ 940.26$
C) $\$ 952.11$
D) $\$ 1497.45$

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The total cost without tax for 6 DVD players at $149 each is $894 ($149 * 6). The total sales tax is $1.75\% + 5\% = 6.75\%$. The total sales tax amount is $6.75\% \times \$894 = \$60.35$. Adding this to the original amount, the total is \$954.35 (\$894 + \$60.35).

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