What is the tax amount due if a property is appraised for $158,000 at a tax rate of 33 mills?

To determine the tax amount due on a property, the appraisal value is multiplied by the tax rate, where the tax rate is expressed in mills. One mill represents one-tenth of a cent, or $0.001. Therefore, a tax rate of 33 mills equals 0.033 when expressed as a decimal.

First, convert the appraisal value of the property and the tax rate into a tax amount using the following calculation:

1. Appraised Value: $158,000
2. Tax Rate in Decimal: 33 mills = 0.033

Now, calculate the tax amount:

Tax Amount = Appraised Value × Tax Rate
Tax Amount = $158,000 × 0.033
Tax Amount = $5,214

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