1. SECTION
9-1
Purchasing a New Vehicle pp

2. Key Words to Know sticker price (p. 314)
The total price of a vehicle, including base price, options, and destination charge.
base price (p. 314)
The price of a vehicle’s engine, chassis, and any other standard equipment for a particular model.

3. Key Words to Know options (p. 314)
Extra equipment on a vehicle not included in the base price, such as a sunroof, air-conditioning, and tinted glass.
destination charge (p. 314)
The cost of shipping a vehicle from the factory to the dealer.

4. Formula 1
Sticker = Base + Options + Destination
Price Price Charge

5. Example 1
Scott Evil shopping for a sports car. A portion of the sticker for a convertible is shown below.
What is the sticker price for this vehicle?

6. Figure 9.1

7. Example 1 Answer: Step 1
Find the options price.
$730 + $815 = $1,545

8. Example 1 Answer: Step 2 Find the sticker price.
Base Price + Options + Destination Charge
$23,140 + $1,545 + $499 = $25,184

9. Practice 2 Sports utility vehicle. Base price: $26,630.
Options: power sunroof $704; supplemental side airbags $431; security alarm $132.
Destination charge: $625.
What is the sticker price?

10. Practice 2 Answer
$28,522

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