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Thomas bought a new backpack that was 30% off the original price. The sale resulted in a $15 discount. What was the original price of the backpack? a.) $45 b.)$50 c.)$65 d.)$70<…

Thomas bought a new backpack that was 30% off the original price. The sale resulted in a $15 discount. What was the original price of the backpack? a.) $45 b.)$50 c.)$65 d.)$70<…
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Thomas bought a new backpack that was 30% off the original price. The sale resulted in a $15 discount. What was the original price of the backpack?

a.) $45
b.)$50
c.)$65
d.)$70

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User Juan Pablo Rinaldi
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30% = $15

1% = $15 ÷ 30 = $0.50

100% = $0.50 x 100 = $50

Answer: $50 (Answer B)
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