Use an equation to solve the problem.Sales tax on a $14 compact disc is $0.84. At what rate is sales tax computed? 

A. 2%
B. 6%
C. 8%
D. 5%
E. 3%


Answer: B

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Solve the problem.A rectangular swimming pool has a parabolic drain plate at the bottom of the pool. The drain plate is shaped like the region between y = x2 and the line y =  from x = -1 to x = 1. The pool is 10 ft by 20 ft and 8 ft deep. If the pool is being filled at a rate of  what is the force on the drain plate after 4 hours of filling? Round your answer to two decimal places if necessary.

A. 153.92 lb B. 486.72 lb C. 166.4 lb D. 76.96 lb

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Estimate the sum or difference by rounding each number to the nearest hundred.

A. 2872 B. 2870 C. 2900 D. 2800

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Perform the indicated operation. ÷ 

A.
B.
C. - 
D. - 

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