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The cost of living last year went up 5​%. ​Fortunately, Alice Swanson got a 5​% raise in her salary from last year. This year she is earning ​$51,490. How much did she make last​ year?

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Answer:

49038.0952

Explanation:

x+0.05x=51490

1.05x/1.05= 51490/1.05

x=49038.0952

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