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What is the Shoe Store price for a pair of shoes that cost $28 at the department store? Explain your reasoning.

Regular Department Store Price
$20
$25
$30
$35
$40
$50

Shoe Super Store Price
$16
$20
$24
$28
$32
$40

PLEASE ANSWER FASSSSSSSST!!!!!!!!

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Answer:

$22.40

Explanation:

You need to find the ratio of regular department store price to shoe super store price

20:16 is the same as 1.25:1

So, a pair of shoes that would cost $28 at the department store, divide 28/1.25 to find the price, $22.40

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