SOLUTION: A lamp was marked up 5% from the original purchase cost of $22. Johnny sold the lamp and earned a 10% commission on the sale price. How much commission did he make from the sale?

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Question 1050797: A lamp was marked up 5% from the original purchase cost of $22. Johnny sold the lamp and earned a 10% commission on the sale price. How much commission did he make from the sale?
Answer by rfer(16322) About Me  (Show Source):
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22/0.95=23.16
23.16*0.10=$2.31