Answer: $22.8501
Explanation:
Since their bill was $54.25 and they need to pay tax of 8% and leave a 17% tip, the total amount that will be paid will be:
= $54.25 + (8% × $54.25)
= $54.25 + (0.08 × $54.25)
= $54.25 + $4.34
= $58.59
We then add the 17% tip. This will be:
= $58.59 + (17% × $58.59)
= $58.59 + (0.17 × $58.59)
= $58.59 + $9.9603
= $68.5503
Since they want to split the bill evenly, we divide the total amount gotten by 3. This will be:
= $68.5503 / 3
= $22.8501
Each person will pay $22.8501