The camera Melissa wanted for her birthday is on sale for 36% off the usual price. The amount of discont is $90.00. what was the original price of the camera?

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anonymous · Answer

250

texaschic101 · Answer

36% of original price(x) = 90 --- change percent to a decimal
.36x = 90 -- divide by .36
x = 90/.36
x = 250

check..
.36(250) = 90
90 = 90 (correct)

Original price is $ 250

anonymous · Answer

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