SOLUTION: Carol bought a new winter coat at 35% off and paid $156. What was the original price of the coat? Please show all work.

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Question 445928: Carol bought a new winter coat at 35% off and paid $156. What was the original price of the coat? Please show all work.
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Hi

Carol bought a new winter coat at 35% off and paid $156.

What was the original price of the coat? 

Let x represent the original price. 

  35%off  is th esame as paying 65%

  .65*x = $156

      x = $156/.65

      x = $240

CHECKING our Answer***

  .35*$240 = $84

 $240 - $84 = $156