Question

A family went to a restaurant for dinner. The bill before tax and tip was $52.78. The sales tax is

6.5%, and the family wants to tip 18%. The tip is on the cost of the food plus tax.
What was the total cost of the meal, including tax and tip?
A
$66.33
B
$65.71
С
$62.28
D
$56.21

Answer 1

B

Explanation:

52.78×6.5%=3.43

52.78×18%=9.50

52.78+3.43+9.50=65.71