Jana buys a dress for $25.98 and a blouse for $14.99. The total sales tax is $2.46.

a. What is the total cost of her purchase?

b. If Jana pays with a $50 bill, how much change should she receive?

a. The total cost of her purchase is $43.43 ($25.98 + $14.99 + $2.46).

b. If Jana pays with a $50 bill, she should receive $6.57 in change ($50 - $43.43).