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A new cell phone is on sale for 40% off its original price. The sale price is $48. What was the original price of the cell phone?
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A new cell phone is on sale for 40% off its original price. The sale price is $48.

What was the original price of the cell phone?

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A new cell phone is on sale for 40% off its original price. The sale price is $48.What was the original price of the cell phone?
The answer is $120
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48 = 4/10 * x
48/1 ÷ 4/10 = x
48/1 * 10/4 = x
480/4 = x
120 = x

Answer: $120
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