Question

Jessica is having dinner at a restaurant with several friends. She receives her bill which is

$22. She has a coupon for a 5% discount. After the discount is applied there is a 9% sales tax.
What is Jessica's total bill?
$20
$22
$20.78
$22.78

Answer 1

22.78

Explanation:

22 x 0.05 = 1.1

22 - 1.1 = 20.9

20.9 x 0.09 = 1.881

20.9 + 1.881 = 22.781