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lisa buys last years best selling novel for 14.70. this is with a 30% discount from the original price. what was the original price

Solution

l i s a b u ys l a s t ye a rs b es t se ll in g n o v e l f or 14.70. t hi s i s w i t h a 30% d i sco u n t f ro m t h e or i g ina l p r i ce . w ha t w a s t h e or i g ina l p r i ce

Solution

Amount before discount : 21

Solution steps

Translate the problem into an equation:

14.7 = x - 0.3 x

14.7 = x - 0.3 x : x = 21

Amount before discount : 21

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