Mr. Stevens saved $30 buying a computer at 15% off. What was the original price of the computer?

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Hanna Marquez

Mathematics

12 October, 18:54

Mr. Stevens saved $30 buying a computer at 15% off. What was the original price of the computer?

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Carley Goodman · Answer 1

Assume original price = x

According to the question, x - (x * 0.15) = x - 30

=> x - x - 0.15x = - 30

=> - 0.15x = - 30

=> x = - 30/-0.15

x = $200

Kobe Reyes · Answer 2

15% = $30

1% = 30 : 15

1% = $2

100% = 2 x 100

100% = $200

Answer: The original price of the computer is $200.