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Allam just finished a great meal at a restaurant in Wisconsin. The sales tax in Wisconsin is 5%, and it is

customary to leave a tip of 15% for the server. The tip amount is calculated on the price of the meal before the
tax is applied. (Sales tax is not calculated on tips.)
If Allam ordered a $15 meal, how much money will he have to pay with tax and tip?

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Answer:

$18

Explanation:

$15 for meal

15% for tip = $2.25

5% sales tax = $0.75

Total cost of eating $18