Matt ordered a ravioli, salad, and pie costing $5.45, $1.89, and $2.59, respectively, with a 20% tip and no tax. Which is closest to the total amount paid?

Rationale

The total amount paid is closest to $12.

To calculate the total amount paid, we first sum the costs of the ravioli, salad, and pie, which equals $9.93. Applying a 20% tip brings the total to approximately $11.91, which rounds to $12 when considering the closest whole number.

A (10) YOUR ANSWER

Choosing $10 as the total amount paid does not account for the 20% tip applied to the sum of the food costs. The subtotal of $9.93, when tipped, exceeds $10, making this choice significantly lower than the actual total.

B (11) YOUR ANSWER

While $11 is closer than $10, it still falls short of the total amount calculated. The subtotal of $9.93 plus the 20% tip of $1.99 brings the total to $11.91, which is higher than $11 and thus not the closest option.

C (12) CORRECT

This is the correct choice, as the total amount paid, including the 20% tip on the subtotal of $9.93, is approximately $11.91. When rounded to the nearest whole number, this value corresponds to $12, making it the most accurate representation of the total amount paid.

D (13) YOUR ANSWER

Selecting $13 as the total amount paid overestimates the final amount. The computed total of $11.91, rounded to the nearest whole number, remains $12. This option exceeds the actual total and is therefore incorrect.

Conclusion

The total amount paid for Matt's order, including the food costs and a 20% tip, computes to approximately $11.91, rounding to $12. Therefore, among the options provided, $12 is the closest representation of the total amount paid, while the other choices either underestimate or overestimate the actual expense.

Matt ordered a ravioli, salad, and pie costing $5.45, $1.89, and $2.59, respectively, with a 20% tip and no tax. Which is closest to the total amount paid?

The total amount paid is closest to $12.

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