Question

Tom brought a lawnmower on sale for 75. it was on sale for 75% of the original cost how much was original cost?

Answer 1

P-.75p=75
p(1-.75)=75
p=75/(1-.75)=$300

Answer 2

Hey You!

This question is asking us, "75 is 75% of what number?"

75 × 100 / 75 = 100

The original cost was $100.