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Henry was buying dinner for his family at the local hamburger stand. He bought 6 meals that included a hamburger, fries and a drink and spent a total of $14.95 after paying 6% sales tax. How much did each
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Henry was buying dinner for his family at the local hamburger stand. He bought 6 meals that included a hamburger, fries and a drink and spent a total of $14.95 after paying 6% sales tax. How much did each meal cost before tax?

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Answer:

B(2.35)

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User Krystie
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2.35 because 6x + .06(6x) = 14.95
6.36x = 14.95
x = 2.35
So each meal cost $2.35.
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