SOLUTION: Judy bought a coat at a 30% discount sale for $49. What was the original price of the coat?

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Question 1124275: Judy bought a coat at a 30% discount sale for $49. What was the original price of the coat?
Answer by josmiceli(19441) About Me  (Show Source):
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Let x+ = the original price
+x+-+.3x+=+49+
+.7x+=+49+
+x+=+70+
$70