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A book that did sell for $18.50 now sells for 20% more. How much does the book
now sell for?

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new price = original price x ( 1 + increase rate)


new price = 18.50 x (1 + 20%)


new price = 18.50 x 1.20 = 22.20

Answer: $22.20

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