Roller skate price

At the beginning of the season, roller skates became 15% more expensive. In the autumn, they were rediscounted by 15% of the new price. Their price after the price increase and discount was € 195.50. What was their original price?

Final Answer:

x =  200 Eur

Step-by-step explanation:


x·(1+15/100)·(1-15/100)=195.50

97.75x = 19550


x = 19550/97.75 = 200

x = 200

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