SOLUTION: Matt paid $55 at a restaurant that amount include a 10% tip What was the check amount before the tip

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Question 965028: Matt paid $55 at a restaurant that amount include a 10% tip What was the check amount before the tip
Answer by checkley77(12844) About Me  (Show Source):
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x+.10x=55
1.1x=55
x=55/1.1
x=$50 was the meal cost before the tip.