You have lunch at an Italian restaurant. The cost of lunch before tax is

$12.50. The sales tax rate is 7%. You leave a 20% tip on the pre-tax amount.

What is the total amount you spend on lunch, including tax and tip?

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9 May, 07:31

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Grant · Answer 1

Your total comes out to be $15.88

Luka Baker · Answer 2

7/100 = 0.07

0.07 * 12.5 = 0.88

20/100 = 0.2

0.2 * 12.5 = 2.5

2.5 + 0.88 = 3.38

3.38 + 12.50 = 15.88

You spend a total of $15.88.

You have lunch at an Italian restaurant. The cost of lunch before tax is$12.50. The sales tax rate is 7%. You leave a 20% tip on the pre-tax amount.What is the total amount you spend on lunch, including tax and tip?