Question

A book was on sale for 40% off its original price. If

the sale price of the book was $18.00, what was the
original price of the book? (Assume there is no sales
tax.)
A)$7.20
B) $10.80
C) $30.00
D) $45.00

Answer 1

c

Explanation:

30 X .18 = 12

30 - 12= 18

Answer 2

c

Explanation:

if it is on sale for 40 percent off, then it would be 60 percent of the original price. 18/6=3. 3*4=12. 3*6=18. 12 + 18 = 30