SOLUTION: Brian is finishing a meal at his favorite restaurant. The check shows that the cost of the food is $42. He adds a 15% tip to the amount on the check. What is the total amount Brian

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Question 1008862: Brian is finishing a meal at his favorite restaurant. The check shows that the cost of the food is $42. He adds a 15% tip to the amount on the check. What is the total amount Brian paid? Write your answer up to two decimal places.

Answer by fractalier(6550) About Me  (Show Source):
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15% of $42 is found by multiplying
.15(42) = $6.30
Add that to the bill and get
$48.30