SOLUTION: An engines HP is raised by 12.4%. The new HP is now rated at 68hp. What was the original HP rating?

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Question 228716: An engines HP is raised by 12.4%. The new HP is now rated at 68hp. What was the original HP rating?
Answer by user_dude2008(1862) About Me  (Show Source):
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x+0.124x=68
1.124x=68
x=68/1.124
x=60.5
Ans is approx. 60.5 HP