A tv cost £800 plus VAT at 20% what is the total cost of the tv?

Given:

Cost = £ 800

Tax = 20%

To find:

The total cost

Solution:

Total cost = Cost + Tax

Tax = 20 % of cost

20 / 100 * 800

Tax = £ 160

Hence,

Total cost =  £ 800 + £ 160

Total cost = £ 960

answer

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explanation

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