Question

Georgie had her roof repaired and She was charged an extra 2.5% for late payment. She had to pay a total of £977.85. Calculate how much she would have saved if she had paid it on time. Please help!

Answer 1

Answer:£23.85 is your answer.

x+2.5%ofx=£977.85

x(1+2.5/100)=£977.85

x=£977.85/(1.025)=954

saving money will be =£977.85-954=£23.85