The Martinez family ate at a restaurant.
• The cost of the meal was $34.50
• The sales tax was 6% of the cost of the meal.
• They left a tip of 15% of the cost of the meal plus tax
What was the total cost of the meal, tax, and tip?
• A. $34.71
• В.
$36.57
C
$41.75
• D.
$42.06
B. $36.57
Explanation:
Cost of the meal: $34.50
Sales tax (6% of $34.50): $2.07
Tip (15% of $34.50 + $2.07): $5.43
Total cost of the meal, tax, and tip: $34.50 + $2.07 + $5.43 = $36.57