Last week, the price of oranges at the farmer’s market was 1.75 per pound. This week, the price has decreased by 20%. What is the price of oranges this week? Use the double number line to find your answer.

Solution

Solution

Amount after reduction : 1.4

Solution steps

Translate the problem into an equation:

x = 1.75 - 0.2 \cdot 1.75

x = 1.75 - 0.2 \cdot 1.75 : x = 1.4

Amount after reduction : 1.4

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