Pauline is buying school supplies. The total amount of all the items she wants to buy add up to $150 before sales tax. Sales tax is 8% of the total amount purchased. How much will Pauline spend on all the items, including sales tax? Think carefully first, then make a decision:
Sales tax is 8 / 100 x $150 = $12. Therefore, Pauline wil spend $150 + $12 = $162, including sales tax. So, the answer is 162.