Question

estimate the amount of the tip by rounding the bill to the nearest dollar before calculating. 15% tip on a bill of $98.76 the amount of the tip is approximately $

Explanation:

Step1: Round bill to nearest dollar

$98.76 \approx 99$

Step2: Calculate 15% of rounded bill

$0.15 \times 99 = 14.85 \approx 15$

Answer:

15