SOLUTION: jessica purchased a pair shoes that was on sale for $75.00. the sign stated that the shoes were discounted at 35% off the original price. what was the original price?

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Question 785556: jessica purchased a pair shoes that was on sale for $75.00. the sign stated that the shoes were discounted at 35% off the original price. what was the original price?
Answer by xinxin(76) About Me  (Show Source):
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Original price = 75/(1-0.35)= $115.38