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A desk is on sale for $198.40, which is 32% of the regular price. What is the regular price?
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A desk is on sale for $198.40, which is 32% of the regular price.
What is the regular price?

User Twhale
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15% less = 85% of the original
In other word, $289 is 85% of the Original Price
289 = 85% * x
289 = .85*x
289/.85 = x
x = 340
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