Question

On his lunch break, Calvin purchases a burger and a drink. The total order is $8.50, of which $1.08 is tax. How much was Calvin's meal before tax?


Equation:

Answer 1

Just subtract 8.50 and 1.08 and u get the answer ur welcome

Answer 2

Answer:

Calvin's meal before tax = $7.42

Step-by-step explanation$\bf :$

Cost of total order after tax = $8.50

Tax = $1.08

Cost of total order before tax = Cost of total order after tax - Tax

= $8.50 - $1.08

= $7.42