The price of a wardrobe is increased by 56% and now is $138.84. Find the original price.

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asked May 13, 2024 208k views

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Rostislav V · Answer 1 · 2024-05-17T17:37:58+0000

Answer:

Original price = $89

Explanation:

56% = 56/100 = 0.56

100% = 100/100 = 1

138.84 / 1.56 = 89

Check:

89 + (89*0.56) = 89 + 49.84

= 138.84