Question

In a sale normal prices are reduced by 10% natalie bought a pair of shoes in the sale for £54

what is the original price of the shoes?

Answer 1

60

Explanation:

Steps to solve "54 is 90 percent of what number?"

We have, 90% × x = 54

or,

90/100 × x = 54

Multiplying both sides by 100 and dividing both sides by 90,

we have x = 54 × 100/90

x = 60

If you are using a calculator, simply enter 54×100÷90, which will give you the answer.