SOLUTION: Scott buys a new motorcycle for a total price of $12,336.50. The tax, title, and dealer preparation charges amount to one-tenth of the purchase price. Find the price of the motorcy
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Question 1124242: Scott buys a new motorcycle for a total price of $12,336.50. The tax, title, and dealer preparation charges amount to one-tenth of the purchase price. Find the price of the motorcycle before the extra charges.
Answer by FrankM(1040) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The amount paid, $12,336.50 is 110% (or 1.1x) the original price.
12336.50/1.1 = 11215
$11215 is the cost, pre tax and fees.
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