Sure, let’s break down the calculation step-by-step:
1. Identify the initial bill amount:
- The restaurant bill is [tex]$61.45.
2. Calculate the tax:
- The tax rate is \(8 \frac{1}{2} \%\). As a decimal, this is \(0.085\).
- Tax amount = \(61.45 \times 0.085\).
3. Calculate the tip:
- The tip rate is 15%. As a decimal, this is \(0.15\).
- Tip amount = \(61.45 \times 0.15\).
4. Add the tax and tip to the original bill:
- Total amount = bill amount + tax amount + tip amount.
5. Round to two decimal places:
- Ensure the final amount is rounded to the nearest cent for practical purposes.
Performing these calculations, you should find that the total amount, including the tax and tip, is \$[/tex]75.89.
Therefore, the best answer is:
b. \$75.89
