SOLUTION: a real estate broker recieves a commission of 15% for selling a house. If she recieved $3750 as a commission for sale, what was the price of the house?

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Question 44389: a real estate broker recieves a commission of 15% for selling a house. If she recieved $3750 as a commission for sale, what was the price of the house?
Answer by checkley71(8403) About Me  (Show Source):
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.15X=3750 OR X=3750/.15 OR X=$25,000