Question

When Sam goes to a restaurant, he always tips:

a) 10% of the bill
b) Based on the service quality
c) A fixed amount regardless of the service
d) Doesn't tip

Answer 1

To calculate Jerod's total payment at a restaurant, add a 6% sales tax and an 18% tip to the meal cost of $47.50, resulting in a total of $58.90.

Step-by-step explanation:

Calculating the Total Bill with Tip and Tax

Jerod and his friends went to a Chinese restaurant, with the meal totaling $47.50. The restaurant charges a 6% sales tax, and they want to leave an 18% tip for the excellent service. First, we calculate the sales tax by multiplying the cost of the meal by the sales tax rate, converted to a decimal:

Sales Tax = $47.50 × 0.06 = $2.85

Next, add the sales tax to the original total to find the subtotal:

Subtotal = $47.50 + $2.85 = $50.35

Then, calculate the tip by converting 18% to a decimal and multiplying by the cost of the meal:

Tip = $47.50 × 0.18 = $8.55

Finally, add the tip to the subtotal to find the total amount Jerod will pay using a credit card at the restaurant's register:

Total = Subtotal + Tip = $50.35 + $8.55 = $58.90