SOLUTION: Jonathon bought a pair of running shoes at 25% off and paid $69. What was the original price of the shoes? Please show all work.

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Question 566558: Jonathon bought a pair of running shoes at 25% off and paid $69. What was the original price of the shoes? Please show all work.
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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Jonathon bought a pair of running shoes at 25% off and paid $69. What was the original price of the shoes? Please show all work.
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Let original price be "x":
Equation:
x - 0.25x = 69
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0.75x = 69
x = $92
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Stan h.