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A car when resold had decreased in value by 26% to $12500. What was the original price of the car to the nearest dollar?
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A car when resold had decreased in value by 26% to $12500. What was the original price of the car to the nearest dollar?

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100 - 26 = 74%


74% = $12500

1% = 12500 ÷ 74 = $168.92

100% = $168.92 x 100 = $16892 (nearest dollar)


Answer: $16892

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