SOLUTION: Amy paid $57.38 for a pair of running shoes during a 30% off sale. What was the regular price?? I am having trouble getting the answer... Thanks

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Question 148399: Amy paid $57.38 for a pair of running shoes during a 30% off sale. What was the regular price??
I am having trouble getting the answer...
Thanks
Answer by scott8148(6628) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
let x="regular price"

"Amy paid $57.38 for a pair of running shoes during a 30% off sale" __ x-(30%)x=57.38

.7x=57.38 __ dividing by .7 __ x=81.97 (approx)