SOLUTION: If something cost $625 and is on sale for 20% off what is the new cost of that item?

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Question 927619: If something cost $625 and is on sale for 20% off what is the new cost of that item?
Answer by MathLover1(20850) About Me  (Show Source):
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$625-%2820%2F100%29625=+624-0.20%2A625=625-125=500
so,$500 is the new cost of that item