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5 February, 15:55

At the deli Jimmy bought $17 worth of food. The tax on the bill was 6% and he left an 18% tip on the pre-tax amount.

Which expression can be used to calculate the tip Jimmy left?

A).18 (17)

B).18[17 + (.06) (17) ]

C).18 (17 +.06)

D) 18[17 + 6 (17) ]

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  1. 5 February, 18:36
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    The answer is A. To calculate the tip left, multiply the price ($17) by the % tip (18%). 17*0.18 = 3.06

    To calculate the total, multiply 17 by 1.06

    17 * 1.06 = 18.02

    Add 18.02+3.06

    Total including tax and tip is $21.08
  2. 5 February, 19:44
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    A.

    since the tip was a procentage from the pre-tax amount
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