The discount on a new computer was $150. This was a discount of 14%. Step 1 of 3: What was the original selling price of the computer? Follow the problem-solving process and round your answer to the nearest cent, if necessary. Answer How to enter your answer (opens in new window) $ Tutor AI Tutor Skip Try Similar Submit Answer Correct Incorrect Keypad Keyboard Shortcuts MacBook Air
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The discount on the computer was $150. The discount was 14% of the original selling price. Step 2: We can set up the equation: Discount amount = Discount percentage * Original selling price $150 = 0.14 * P$ Step 3: Show more…
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