SOLUTION: After a 9% increase in salary, Laurie makes $1700.40 per month. How much did she earn per month before the increase?

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Question 705810: After a 9% increase in salary, Laurie makes $1700.40 per month. How much did she earn per month before the increase?
Answer by rfer(16322) About Me  (Show Source):
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1700.40/1.09=$1560.00