Question

A TV is advertised on sale for 35% off, and is now $195.00. What was the original price.

Answer 1

$300

Explanation:

Let the original price be p.

Then (1.00-0.35)p = ($195.00), and

0.65p = $195.

Solving for p, p = $195/0.65 = $300

The original price of the TV was $300.