Question

On his lunch break, Calvin purchases a burger and a drink. The total order is $8.50, of which $1.08 is tax. How much was Calvin's meal before tax?

Equation:

Answer 1

Calvin's meal before tax = $7.42

Explanation
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Cost of total order after tax = $8.50

Tax = $1.08

Cost of total order before tax = Cost of total order after tax - Tax

= $8.50 - $1.08

= $7.42

Answer 2

Just subtract 8.50 and 1.08 and u get the answer ur welcome