The Smith family went out to dinner. • The price of the meal was $29.85. • The sales tax was 6% of the price of the meal. The tip was 15% of the meal and the sales tax. How much money did the Smith family pay for the meal, including tax and tip? A $50.85 B $36.39 C $36.12 D $31.95
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6% of $29.85 is $1.79. Then, calculate the total cost of the meal with tax. $29.85 + $1.79 = $31.64. Show more…
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