i bought 2 soft drinks, both costs 1.55, so it should be 3.10 plus tax which is 3.25 or 3.26 total. Instead, i got 3.18 total. Why?
2006-09-03 09:50:57 · 5 answers · asked by [Tsuniper-X] 5 in Business & Finance ➔ Taxes ➔ United States
Check the local tax where you were - It couldbe lower than you thought. Also - there are some drinks which aren't considered "taxable" such as milk, water, etc.
2006-09-03 09:53:17 · answer #1 · answered by Been there 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's tough to answer your question without knowing which state you purchased the soft drink in.
Sales tax differs by state - some states like NJ charge 7% and some states like Delaware don't charge any. In addition, as one poster above alluded, certain products are subject to sales tax and others are not. I have not personally come across a state that charges sales tax specifically exempting soda (although a good deal of food is exempt).
By your math you are implying that your state sales tax is 5%, as you expected to be pay $3.25 on a $3.10 purchase (.15/3.10 =.05). Maybe your state sales tax appears to be actually closer to 3%, hence you were charged .08 on a $3.10 purchase. However I did a quick search and was unable to find a state charging a 3% sales tax. Therefore, your situation is surprising.
Bottom line: if you stop buying soda you will have less confusing situations. Stick to water, it's better for you.
2006-09-04 13:18:58 · answer #2 · answered by gman2080x 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe you got 2 for $3.00 special plus 6% tax = $3.18
2006-09-03 16:52:51 · answer #3 · answered by herbs411_42719 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
im not sure, but in maine it would be about 3.35 cause of the tax and deposit, maybe the clerk liked you, or was stupid.
2006-09-03 16:54:39 · answer #4 · answered by tomhale138 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look at your receipt.
2006-09-03 19:29:26 · answer #5 · answered by misslabeled 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋