Homework Help: Algebra

Posted by jj on Thursday, January 21, 2010 at 9:31pm.

John's insurance company will replace his car if repair costs exceed 80% of the car's value. The car recently sustained $8000 worth of damage, but it was not replaced. What was the value of his car?

Algebra - Ms. Sue, Thursday, January 21, 2010 at 9:33pm
0.8x = 8,000
x = 8,000/0.8 = $10,000 or more
Algebra - jj, Thursday, January 21, 2010 at 9:36pm
Thank you for your help.
Algebra - Ms. Sue, Thursday, January 21, 2010 at 9:39pm
You're welcome.

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