Question

Mikey bought a tablet at a discount of 40% off of the original price. If he paid $48, then how much was the original price of the tablet? Hint: What percentage did he actually end up paying? Use that when solving. Group of answer choices $32.00 $12.80 $80.00 $19.20

Answer 1

80.00

Explanation:

I don't know why, but you don't need the explanation so I have none.

Answer 2

$80.00

Explanation:

Price Paid: $48

Discount Received: 40%

Percentage Paid: 100% - 40% = 60%

$48 / 60% = $48/0.6 = $80