Question

At the barber shop, Oliver's haircut was $15. He gave the barber a 18% tip. how much is the tip? what is the total amount?

Answer 1

%17.70

Explanation:

18% of $15 is $2.70

$15+$2.70=$17.70

Answer 2

Tip: $2.70

Total: $17.70

Explanation:

To find the tip amount, we have to find 18% of 15.

• 18 × 15 = 270
• 270/100 = 2.70
• The tip amount is $2.70

To find the total amount, we add the tip amount to the cost.

• 15.00 + 2.70 = 17.70
• The total amount was $17.70.