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Lesley and Enid left their waitress a 15% tip.

The tip was $10.25.
What was their total bill, not including the tip?

User Majlinda
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Answer: $68.37

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User Choasia
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Answer:

Cost before tip: $68.34

Cost after tip: $78.59

Explanation:

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