Intermediate Algebra for College Students (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-13417-894-7
ISBN 13: 978-0-13417-894-3

Chapter 1 - Section 1.5 - Problem Solving and Using Formulas - Concept and Vocabulary Check - Page 65: 4

Answer

$y = x-0.15x$

Work Step by Step

If $x$ is the computer’s original price, then 15% of the original price $x$, is equal to $0.15x$ If $y$ is the new price, then the equation will be: $y = x-0.15x$
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