SOLUTION: Mr.Simmons owns a hardware store and typically marks up merchandise by 28% over warehouse cost.How much would he charge for a hammer that costs him $13.50?

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Question 674371: Mr.Simmons owns a hardware store and typically marks up merchandise by 28% over warehouse cost.How much would he charge for a hammer that costs him $13.50?
Answer by josmiceli(19441) About Me  (Show Source):
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+13.50+%2B+.28%2A13.5+=+1.28%2A13.5+
+1.28%2A13.5+=+17.28+
He charges $17.28