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19 May, 15:08

Problem Michael just finished a great meal in a restaurant in Wisconsin. The sales tax in Wisconsin is 5%, and it is customary to leave a tip of 15% for the waiter. The tip amount is calculated on the price of the meal before the tax is applied. Sales tax is not calculated on tips. If Michael left $18 dollar sign, 18 on the table to cover his meal, tax, and tip, what was the price of his meal before tax and tip?

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  1. 19 May, 16:28
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    First find the percent of the sales tax added with the tip amount, which is 20%

    15% + 5% = 20%

    and the percent amount to the original amount, so

    20% + 100% = 120%

    $18=120% of original amount (12/10 is the same thing as 120%), so

    18/12*10=$15 = price of meal before tax and tip!
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