SOLUTION: During a sale the price of a radio was reduced by 28% to $486. Calculate the original price of the radio.

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Question 919087: During a sale the price of a radio was reduced by 28% to $486. Calculate the original price of the radio.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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P+-+.28P = $486
P%281+-+.28%29 = $486
P = $486/.72 = $675
And...checking
$675 - $189 = $486