Question

Sarah pays a 20% deposit for a new TV and then an extra $96. What’s the total cost?

Answer 1

Hi ,

Let us assume Total cost of a new T.V = $X

Deposit by Sarah = 20%

Remaining amount Sarah has to pay

( 100 - 20 ) % of X = $ 96 ( given )

80% of X = $96

( 80/100 ) × X = $ 96

X = ( 96 × 100 )/80

X = $ 120


Therefore ,

Total cost of the T.V = X = $ 120

I hope this helps you.

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Answer 2

Thank you for asking this question. Here is your answer:

The correct answer for this question is:

$120

$96 will be paid as an outstanding amount which is 80%

8% of 96 = 9.6

4% of 96 = 4.8

2% of 96 = 2.4

20% of 96 = 2*(8% + 2%) => 24

and 80% + 20% => 96+24 = 120

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