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At a restaurant you only have $20 to spend on dinner. In addition to the cost of the meal you must pay a 5% sales tax and leave a 15% tip. What is the most expensive item you can order?

User Leyou
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$20 x 0.05
1
1 + $20
$21

$21 x 0.15
3.15
3.15 + $21
$24.15 is the most expensive item you can order
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