Can someone help me with this?

Answer:
19.53
Step-by-step explanation:
First let's find the new price of the backpack:
40% of 29.99 is
29.99 * 0.40 = 11.99
So the new price of the backpack is
29.99 - 11.99 = 18.00
Now let's find the price with tax
8.5% of 18.00 is
18.00 * 0.085 = 1.53
So the cost of the backpack is
18.00 + 1.53 = $19.53
Answer:
$19.52
Step-by-step explanation:
29.99 x 0.60 = 17.994, (60% of 29.99)
1.085 x 17.994 = 19.52349 = $19.52 (2dp) , - (Add 8.5% Tax)