Solve the problem.
-Stephanie is a waitress and she is paid $2.96 per hour plus 15% of the total cost of the food and beverages she serves. If during a 7-hour shift she earns $200, what was the total cost of the food and beverages she served?
A)$210.92
B)$1195.20
C)$155.90
D)$1471.47

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Stephanie's hourly wage for 7 hours is 7 * $2.96 = $20.72. Subtracting this from her total earnings ($200 - $20.72) gives $179.28, which is 15% of the total cost of the food and beverages. To find the total cost, divide $179.28 by 15% (or 0.15), which equals $1195.20.

Solve the Problem. -Stephanie Is a Waitress and She Is Paid $2.96 Per