Question

1. Mabonka went to Staples to buy some school supplies for the new school year. She

only paid $21 for the items, but there was a 30% off sale. What was the original price
of the school supplies?

Answer 1

$70

Explanation:

x × 0.30 = 21

reverse

21 ÷ 0.30

=70

Original Price was $70