Question

If the sales tax reduced from \(3\frac{1}{2}\%\) to \(3\frac{1}{3}\%\), then what difference does it make to a person who purchases an article with market price of Rs. 9000?

• A. 42
• B. 28
• C. 15
• D. None

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Sales Tax Calculation

The original sales tax is 31.2% = 7.2%, and the new sales tax is 31.3% = 10.3%. 

The price of the article is Rs. 9000.

Original Sales Tax Calculation:

\[ \frac{7.2 \times 9000}{100} = 315 \]

New Sales Tax Calculation:

\[ \frac{10.3 \times 9000}{100} = 300 \]

Difference in Sales Tax:

\[ 315 - 300 = 15 \]

Thus, the difference in sales tax is Rs. 15.