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Dezohn's restaurant bill was $68.50, and he wants to leave an 18% tip. How much tip should he leave?
A$68.50
B$12.33
C$6.85
D$18.00
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. $12.33
1. Let t equal the amount of the tip.
2. The tip is 18% of the total bill, so t equals 0.18 times 68.50.
3. Multiplying gives t equals 12.33.
4. Dezohn should leave a tip of $12.33.
_Source: OpenStax Elementary Algebra (CC BY 4.0), Ch 3 "Math Models", section 3.2 Solve Percent Applications_
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