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A user car dealer brought a car for $12,000 and wants to sell it at a 15% profit. How much should he sell the car for?

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The answer is $1,800
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Answer:

$13,800

Explanation:

She sells the car for 115% of the value of the car, because she wants a 15% profit. 115% of 12000 is the same as 12000*1.15, since 115% is eqaul to 1.15. 12000*1.15 = 13800

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