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On a super clearance sale, bathing suits were marked 85% off. What is

the sale price of a bathing suit that was originally priced $60?

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Answer: $9

Step-by-step explanation: 85% off means when you multiply the number by 0.85 you subtract that from the original number, 60 times 0.85 is 51 and 60-51=9! Hope this helps!

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The sale price is $9
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