the price of an item was reduced by 25% to $30. what was the original price of the item?\na $55.00\nb…
the price of an item was reduced by 25% to $30. what was the original price of the item?\na $55.00\nb $40.00\nc $32.50\nd $22.50
Answer
Explanation:
Step1: Let original price be $x$.
The item is reduced by 25%, so the new - price is $(1 - 0.25)x=0.75x$.
Step2: Set up the equation.
We know that $0.75x = 30$.
Step3: Solve for $x$.
$x=\frac{30}{0.75}=40$.
Answer:
B. $40.00$