SOLUTION: Paula bought a ski jacket on sale for $7 less than half its original price. She paid $84 for the jacket. What was the original price?

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Question 934159: Paula bought a ski jacket on sale for $7 less than half its original price. She paid $84 for the jacket. What was the original price?

Answer by JBnovelwriter(34) About Me  (Show Source):
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.5j-7=84 add 7
.5j=91 times by 2
j=182