SOLUTION: Amy paid $9.94 for a pair of running shoes during a 20% off sale. What was the regular price? (Round answer to the nearest cent if necessary)

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Question 250194: Amy paid $9.94 for a pair of running shoes during a 20% off sale. What was the regular price? (Round answer to the nearest cent if necessary)
Answer by tutorcecilia(2152) About Me  (Show Source):
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Let x = original price
x-.20x=9.94 [solve for the x-term]
.80x=9.94
.80x/.80=9.94/.80
x=$12.43