Question

2 Sian bought a TV in the January sales which had been reduced by 20 per cent. If she paid £290 for it, what was the original price?

Answer 1

Sian bought a TV in the January sales which had been reduced by 20 per cent.

If she paid £290 for it, The original price is 362.50.

x - 20x / 100 = 290

80x / 100 = 290

X= 290 * 100 / 80 = 362.50.

Thus, the original price is 362.50.