Question

The value of Maggie's car decreased by 20% since last year, when she bought it. If the car is now worth $15,000.00, how much was the car worth when she bought it?
A. $20,000.00

B. $17,647.06

C. $18,000.00

D. $18,750.00

Answer 1

15,000    x    A          15,000 = .8A
  .80            1.0


15,000   =  A
  .80

A = 18,750    the answer is D