document.write( "Question 629710: a pitcher sells for $46.00, which is marked up 40% based on cost. What is the cost of the pitcher? Round to the nearest cent. \n" ); document.write( "

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document.write( "a pitcher sells for $46.00, which is marked up 40% based on cost
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document.write( "    x + .40x = 46.00
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document.write( "    x(1+.4) = 46.00
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document.write( "        x = 46/1.4 = $32.86
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