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A car dealer sells a car for $42000 which represent a 25% profit over the cost. What was the cost of car to the dealer

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1 answer:

Olin [163]3 years ago

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Answer:

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Step-by-step explanation:

Let x = original car price

Since it is a 25% profit that means we multiply x by 1.25

1.25x = 42000

Divide both sides by 1.25

1.25x/1.25 = 42000/1.25

x = 33600

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