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Alma and Crystal went out to et and spent $16. They wanted to tip the waitress 15%, what was the total cost of their meal including tip?

A: 2.40
B: 18.40
C: 4.80
D: 46.80

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Answer:

I dont know

Explanation:

I don’t know

User Birma
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Answer:

B: $18.40

Explanation:

100% is equal to $16 so 5% would be 16/20 or $0.80 then to get 15% you would multiply $0.80 by 3 which is $2.40. This is the tip. Then do $16 + $2.40 and the total + tip is $18.40. (Double check to make sure I'm correct)

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