SOLUTION: A desk is on sale for 29% off. The sale price is $497. What is the regular price?

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Question 452159: A desk is on sale for 29% off. The sale price is $497. What is the regular price?
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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$497 = 71% of the RP (100 - 29)
RP*0.71 = 497
RP = 497/0.71
RP = $700