Question

Felipe used 40 percent off coupon on single item at the craft store which saved him $16.42. What would be the item have cost if he had not used the coupon?

Answer 1

$41.05

Explanation:

.40c = $16.42

c = $41.05

Answer 2

41.05

Explanation:

Given that-

• Felipe used 40% off coupon
• Saved him $16.42
• Original Cost [?]

Solve-

Let, "p" represents his original cost.

0.4p = $16.42

0.4p/0.4 = $16.42/0.4 >> Divide both sides by 0.4

p = $16.42/0.40 >> $16.42/0.40 = $41.05

Answer- $41.05

The price of the item was $41.05 if he had not used the coupon.

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