SOLUTION: A store announced a 3.5 % increase in prices beginning February 1. A coat cost $42.99 in January. Rounded to nearest dime, how much would the same coat cost on February 1.

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Question 72362: A store announced a 3.5 % increase in prices beginning February 1. A coat cost $42.99 in January. Rounded to nearest dime, how much would the same coat cost on February 1.
Answer by checkley75(3666) About Me  (Show Source):
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42.99*1.035=$44.49 is the increased price.