> they list the price EXCLUDING tax?
Yes, and in many places it is illegal to list it the other way (including the tax). It's not so hard to figure out though, usually it is less then 10% so by adding 10 cents per dollar you know you have the total cost covered.
Gasoline does not work that way though, the tax on it IS included in the price. I can't think of any other examples where the tax is included though. (oh yeah, best bet is to shop in Delaware - they have no sales tax there)
Yes, and in many places it is illegal to list it the other way (including the tax). It's not so hard to figure out though, usually it is less then 10% so by adding 10 cents per dollar you know you have the total cost covered.
Gasoline does not work that way though, the tax on it IS included in the price. I can't think of any other examples where the tax is included though. (oh yeah, best bet is to shop in Delaware - they have no sales tax there)