Alex figured she saved $12 buying the item at a 30% discount. How much did she pay for the item?

Answer 1

Original Price = P

30% of P = 12

.3P = 12

P =12/.3 = $40

Discount price = $28, saving $12

Answer 2

30% = .3

x = original price

12 = .3 x

12/.3 = x = 40

amount she paid = .7 x

.7 x = .7 (40) = $28