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Question 873601: What is algebraic expression for: a stereo system originally sold for s dollars. Write an expression for the price of the stereo if it is on sale for 15% off. Answer by nerdybill(7384) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! What is algebraic expression for: a stereo system originally sold for s dollars. Write an expression for the price of the stereo if it is on sale for 15% off.
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"sale price" = s - .15s
factoring the right side:
"sale price" = s(1 - .15)
"sale price" = s(.85)
or
"sale price" = .85s
