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At dinner one night Sean paid a total of $54.32. The tax was 8%, and he left a 20% tip on the check and tax. Which equation can be used to find the amount of the check BEFORE tax and tip?
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At dinner one night Sean paid a total of $54.32. The tax was 8%, and he left a 20% tip on the check and tax.

Which equation can be used to find the amount of the check BEFORE tax and tip?

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$54.32 = 128% (100% food+ 8% tax + 20% tip)
(54.32/128)*100= $42.4375 is your Answer (round as you see fit)
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