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you multiply 43/1 by 118/100, as this is a percent proportion. once done multiplying, you should get 50.74. this is the total cost after the gratuity is added

Answer:

$50.74.

Step-by-step explanation:

We are asked to find the total cost of dinner, when gratuity is 18%.

The total cost of the dinner would be $43 plus 18% of $43.

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Therefore, the total cost of dinner is $50.74.