Question

Jordan went to the store to buy a bicycle that was advertised for $50. When he arrived, he learned that the model he wanted was sold out, but there was another bicycle available that cost 15% more. How much did the available bicycle cost before taxes? $7.50 $57.50 $65.00 $15.00

Answer 1

B - $57.50

Explanation:

To find the cost of the available bicycle before taxes, we need to add another 15% to the original $50. To do that, all you do is multiply $50 by 15%, and then re-add the $50. Work is shown below:

First, change 15% into a decimal:

15% -> 15/100 -> 0.15

Next, lets find the cost of the available bicycle:

x = 50 (0.15)

x = 7.5

Now add the $50 back 7.5:

50 + 7.5 = 75.50

So your answer is B = $57.50

Answer 2

Answer: 57.50

Explanation:

50*.15=7.50

50+7.5=57.50