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Melissa bought a suit on sale for290.40 . this price was 67% less than the original price.

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Answer:

$880

Explanation:

We know

Melissa bought a suit on sale for 290.40 this price was 67% less than the original price.

What is the original price?

We see that

290.40 = 33% of the original price

We take

(290.40 ÷ 33) x 100 = $880

So, the original price is $880

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