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A receipt shows a VAT-inclusive total of ₱1,372. How much of this is the 12% VAT?

  1. ₱147
  2. ₱164.64
  3. ₱1,225
  4. ₱153.66

Answer

A. ₱147

Solution

VAT-exclusive price = ₱1,372 ÷ 1.12 = ₱1,225. VAT = ₱1,372 − ₱1,225 = ₱147 (or ₱1,372 × 12/112).

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