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Last week, the price of oranges at the farmer's market was $1.75 per pound. This
week, the price has decreased by 20%. What is the price of oranges this week?​

User Dan Forbes
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Answer:

$1.40

Explanation:

1.75-(1.75×.2)

1.75-.35

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User Asynts
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Answer:

$1.40

Explanation:

100% - 20% = 80%

Therefore, Multiply $1.75 by 80% to get this week's price of orange

$1.75 x 80% = $1.40 per pound

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