Question

On his lunch break, Calvin purchases a burger and a drink. The total

order is $8.50, of which $1.08 is tax. Choose the correct equation to solve
for the cost of Calvin's meal before tax.

Answer 1

The cost for Calvin’s meal before tax would be $7.42. You just need to subtract 1.08 from 8.50. The equation would be 8.50 - 1.08 = 7.42