Everyday Math
Basic

Split the Bill

Per-person share of a bill including tip.

Formula

Each=T(1+r)n\text{Each} = \frac{T(1+r)}{n}

Variables

TTotal
rTip rate
nPeople

Example

$100 + 15% ÷ 4 = $28.75

Did You Know?

Splitting evenly is simplest but not always fairest.

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