Let x = cost of the drinks
Profit = 58% of x
0.58x = 600
x = 600/0.58
x = 1034.48
The dealer paid 1034.48 for the drinks.
By selling some crates of soft drinks for #600.00, a dealer makes a profit of 58% . How much did the dealer pay for the drinks? Show the workings.
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