Question

Denise bought a T-shirt at the sale price of $21.08. This represents a 15% decrease in price. What was the original price of the shirt?

Answer 1

Answer:

100% - 15 % = 85 %

So, $21.08 represents the 85% sale price

What number represents the other 15% of the original price?

(21.08 x 15) / 85 = 3. 72

$21.08 + $3.72 = $24.80 which is the original price.

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