Julie buys a washing machine. 20% VAT was added to the price of the washing machine.Jules then has to pay a total of 600 pounds. what is the price of the washing machine with no VAT added?

Solution

Solution

Amount after addition : 720

Solution steps

Translate the problem into an equation:

x = 600 + 0.2 \cdot 600

x = 600 + 0.2 \cdot 600 : x = 720

Amount after addition : 720

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