The students at Midtown Middle school sold flowers as a fundraiser in September and October. In October, they charged $1.50 for each flower. The October price was a 20% increase of the September price.

Part A
What was the price of the flowers in September?

Respuesta :

New value =

1.5 + Percentage increase =

1.5 + (20% × 1.5) =

1.5 + 20% × 1.5 =

(1 + 20%) × 1.5 =

(100% + 20%) × 1.5 =

120% × 1.5 =

120 ÷ 100 × 1.5 =

120 × 1.5 ÷ 100 =

180 ÷ 100 =

1.8;

Answer:

1.8

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