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14 June, 07:43

A number was increased by 2% to £78.03

What was the number before this increase?

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  1. 14 June, 08:51
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    (x + (2% * x) = 78.03

    Simplify:

    (x + 0.02x) = 78.03

    1.02x = 78.03

    Divide 1.02 to both sides:

    x = 76.5
  2. 14 June, 09:49
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    78+2% = 78.05

    78.03+0.02 = 78.05
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