Question

- Owen and Jesse go to a restaurant for
breakfast.
Part A
If the food and beverages cost $21.60
before a 7% meals tax is applied, what
is the total cost of the bill?
Part B
If Owen and Jesse add a 15% tip after
the tax is applied, what is the total
cost, including tip?​

Answer 1

Answer:

A: $23.11 B: $26.58

Step-by-step explanation:

A: First, we find 7% of 21.60. Then we add it (which is a 7% increase). Finally, we round to the nearest hundredth. This gives us $23.11.

B: Same thing, but a 15% increase of A. Then we round again, giving us $26.58.