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Question 561567: A digital camera is on sale for $400. this is 20% off of the original price. what is the original price?
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A digital camera is on sale for $400. this is 20% off of the original price. what is the original price?
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Let x = original price
then
x - .20x = 400
x(1-.20) = 400
x(.80) = 400
x = 400/.80
x = $500