SOLUTION: I need help to solve Amy paid $55.28 for a pair of running shoes during a sale, she recieved 15% off. What was the regular price of the shoes?

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Question 210423: I need help to solve
Amy paid $55.28 for a pair of running shoes during a sale, she recieved 15% off. What was the regular price of the shoes?
Answer by scott8148(6628) About Me  (Show Source):
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if she got 15% off, she paid 85% of the regular price (100% - 15% = 85%)

(85%)p = .85 p = 55.28

dividing by .85 ___ p = 65.04 (approx)