SOLUTION: Sara bought a purse for $48 and she bought it at a 20% discount off the original price. What was the original price of the purse?

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Question 270584: Sara bought a purse for $48 and she bought it at a 20% discount off the original price. What was the original price of the purse?
Answer by Greenfinch(383) About Me  (Show Source):
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Original Price x 80/100 = $48 20% discount is 80% left
OP = 48 x 100/80 = $60