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17 August, 04:30

The price of a sofa is decreased by 15% to $476. what was its original price?

a. 480

b. 520

c. 560

d. 600

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  1. 17 August, 04:56
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    15% less = 85% of the original

    In other words, $476 is 85% of the Original price

    476 = 85% * x

    476 =.85 * x

    476/.85 = x

    x = 560

    So, the answer is c.
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