In this task, you need to answer the given multiple-choice question on the general math. Classify your answers into 'a', 'b', 'c', 'd', and 'e'.
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Question: Problem: in country x a returning tourist may import goods with a total value of $ 500 or less tax free , but must pay an 8 percent tax on the portion of the total value in excess of $ 500 . what tax must be paid by a returning tourist who imports goods with a total value of $ 730 ? 
Options: a ) $ 58.40 , b ) $ 40 . 00 , c ) $ 24.60 , d ) $ 18.40 , e ) $ 16.00

Answer: d


Question: Problem: if a and b are the roots of the equation x 2 - 9 x + 20 = 0 , find the value of a 2 + b 2 + ab ? 
Options: a ) 57 , b ) 59 , c ) 61 , d ) 63 , e ) 65

Answer: c


Question: Problem: how many integers from 0 to 44 , inclusive , have a remainder of 1 when divided by 3 ? 
Options: a ) 13 , b ) 16 , c ) 17 , d ) 18 , e ) 19

Answer:
a