Asked by Katie

Amy bought a pair of running shoes she paid $66.09 during a 20% off sale, what is the regular price of the shoes?

Would I take 66.09 divide by 20%?
Answered by Ms. Sue
No. If you did this: 66.09/0.2 = 330.45.

Certainly the original price was not over $300.00

Please try again.

Answered by Katie
would it be 79.30 66.09+20%
Answered by Ms. Sue
No. That isn't the answer, but at least it's close.

100% - 20% = 80%

Let x = the original price.

0.8x = 66.09
x = 66.09/0.8
x =
Answered by Katie
ok I get it the regular price is 82.61

ThankYou
Answered by Ms. Sue
Right.

And you're welcome.
Answered by Katie
you're awsome
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