What information should you collect to split a group check effectively?

• A. How many ways to split, and guest names or seat numbers.
• B. Guests' favorite beverages.
• C. Guest's preferred seating area.
• D. The server's tip amount.

Answer: (A)

When splitting a group check, the essential work is mapping items to the people who will pay. You need to know how many separate checks you’ll be making and who belongs to each one. Identifying guests by their names or seat numbers lets you assign every item to the right check, so each person can pay exactly what they owe without confusion.

In practice, you’d confirm the number of splits and the roster for each split, then attach those identifiers to the corresponding charges. Other details like favorite drinks or where someone sits don’t help determine how to divide the bill, and the tip amount isn’t needed to set up the splits (it can be adjusted later if needed).