42 minus 5% tax (net)
40
42 ÷ (1 + 5%) = 42 ÷ 1.05 = 40
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Removing 5% tax from 42 gives a net price of 40. The tax portion is 2.
| Gross amount | 42 |
| Tax (5%) | 2 |
| Net (gross − tax) | 40 |
Frequently asked questions
- Remove 5% tax from 42? Removing 5% tax from 42 gives a net price of 40. The tax portion is 2.
- What is the formula? 42 ÷ (1 + 5%) = 42 ÷ 1.05 = 40