Problem 1: Dave's furniture store is having a 35% off sale on rugs. John paid $455 for a rug that was on sale. What was the original price of the rug?
Problem 2: Tracy bought a new headphones originally listed for $80.99. They are 25% off. What equation can be used to find the amount Tracey will save?
Problem 3: The whole sale cost of a bicycle is $56. There is a mark up of 39%. What is the new sale price of the bike?
Problem 4: Martinez' General Store is having a 45% off sale on mens clothing. John paid $70.95 for a jacket that was on sale. What was the original price of the jacket?
Problem 5: A house was increased in value by 59% since it was purchased. If the original value is $580,000. What was the value after the increase?
Problem 6: In September, Jennifer Rick went to Park Bank to borrow $2,500 at 11 3/4 interest. Jennifer plans to repay the loan in January. Assume this loan is a simple interest loan calculated monthly. What will be the total amount she will owe to the bank on January 31st?
Problem 7: Alejandro invests $12,000 at 5.75% interest for 6 years compounded monthly. Find the amount of money in the account after 6 years.