SOLUTION: I need help with subtracting percentages. here is my example: x+12%=7952. I know the answer is 7100, but how do I get there? thanks

SOLUTION: I need help with subtracting percentages. here is my example: x+12%=7952. I know the answer is 7100, but how do I get there? thanks

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Question 740012: I need help with subtracting percentages. here is my example: x+12%=7952. I know the answer is 7100, but how do I get there? thanks
Answer by tommyt3rd(5050) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x+x(0.12)=7952
1.12x=7952
x=7952/1.12=7100
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