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The price of a tent was decreased by 15% and sold for $76.49. What was the original price of the tent in dollars?

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Answer:

89.99

Explanation:

User Justin Russo
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(0.100-0.15)x=76.49


0.85x=76.49


x= (76.49)/(0.85)


x=89.99


$89.99
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