# Car down

Sarah buys a car costing $12,500. It depreciates value by 8% in the first year, 10% in the second year, and 5% in the third year. Calculate the value of a car after the third year. ### Correct answer: x = 9832.5 ### Step-by-step explanation: Did you find an error or inaccuracy? Feel free to write us. Thank you! Showing 1 comment: Dr Math The original question was: Calculate what percent is the sales tax. Answer: I now cannot calculate any tax due I don't know your tax law codes etc.etc.... Tips to related online calculators Our percentage calculator will help you quickly calculate various typical tasks with percentages. Do you want to convert time units like minutes to seconds? #### You need to know the following knowledge to solve this word math problem: ## Related math problems and questions: • Sales off If a sweater sells for$ 19 after a 5% markdown, what was its original price?
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