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1. A pair of designer sneakers was purchased for $120. Since they were purchased, their price has increased by 15%. What is the new price?

User Kugel
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Answer:$138


Explanation:

120•.15=18; 120+18=138

User Isky
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Answer:

138$

Explanation:

120$. Increased by 15%.

Since 15% equals to 0.15, you multiply 0.15 by the price.

0.15*120=18.

Then you ADD the 15%.

120+18=138

The new price is now 138$

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