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Joyce saved $70 on an item that was 75 % % off. What was the original price?

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if Joyce saved $70

at 75% off, Joyce saved 25%

so, $70 is 25%

To find the total price which is 100%, multiply $70 by 4 ( because 25% x 4 = 100% )

so the original price is $70 x 4 = $280

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