If a jewelry store wants to sell a necklace for $179.95 next week at a 50% off sale, how much is the price of the necklace this week?
Correct answer: D
Explanation
Let the price of necklace this week = p
Discount for next week = 50%
(1-50/100)p = 179.95
=>(50/100) p = 179.95
=> p = 359.90
Answer D
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