When Tom purchased a new motorcycle, he paid a 5% sales tax. The amount of sales tax he paid was $265. What was the total cost of the motorcycle including the sales tax? Enter your answer in the box. $

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Answer:

$5565  PLEASE GIVE BRAINLIEST

Step-by-step explanation:

100% ÷ 5 = 20

265 x 20 = $5300

$5300 + $265 = $5565


TO CHECK YOUR ANSWER

5565 x .05 = 265 (amount of tax)