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Joshua sold his bike for 10% less than he paid for it. If he sold his bike $585, how much did he pay for it.

User Toni Chaz
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Answer:527.5

Explanation:

585-585×10%

585-58.5

527.5

User Miravzal
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  • Answer:

$650

  • Explanation:

90% .............. $585

100% ............ $ x

x = 100×585/90

= 58500/90

= $650

User Raad
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