Question

Josh sold his bike for 10% less than he paid for it. IF he sold the bike for 585 how much did he pay for it?

Answer 1

To know how much he bought it for, let's consider the actual amount it be x.

Explanation:

10% of x + $585 = x

x/10 + $585 = x

$585 = x-x/10

$585= 9x/10

9x=$5850

x=$5850/9

x=$650

.: the actual price was $650.