In a certain state, the sales tax T on the amount of taxable goods is 1% of the value of the goods purchased (x), where both T and x are measured in dollars. Express T as a function of x.
D) T(x) = 0.01x
E) T(x) = 1x

Question

In a certain state, the sales tax T on the amount of taxable goods is 1% of the value of the goods purchased (x), where both T and x are measured in dollars. Express T as a function of x.
D) T(x) = 0.01x 
E) T(x) = 1x

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The question gives the formula for the sales tax as T=0.01x. This means that the sales tax is a function of the value of the goods purchased (x) and that it is equivalent to 1% of x. Therefore, the correct answer is option D, T(x) = 0.01x.

In a Certain State, the Sales Tax T on the Amount