The final cost of a furniture purchase came to $1259.65. The local sales tax rate is 5.9% A. what is the pre-tax price of the furniture? B. How much was paid in sales tax?

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The final cost of a furniture purchase came to $1259.65. The local sales tax rate is 5.9%

A. what is the pre-tax price of the furniture?

B. How much was paid in sales tax?

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