A man sold his car for 5,000 which was 60% less than it cost him, how much did the car cost him?

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To find the cost you have to divide by 100%

Cwin answered Nov 16, 2020

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To find the original cost, divide the price he sold it for by the percentage:

5000 / 0.60 = 8,333.33

He bought the car for $8,333.33

Maresmar answered Nov 21, 2020

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