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After a 70% reduction, you purchase a new soft drink machine on sale for $156. What was the original price of the soft drink machine?
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Answer 1

The sale price is 30% of the original price (70% reduction). So $156 is 30% of the original price. 10% of the original price is $52, therefore the original price is $520 (100% price).

Answer 2

The sale price is 30% of the original price (70% reduction). So $156 is 30% of the original price. 10% of the original price is $52, therefore the original price is $520 (100% price).