Lesson 70: Finding the Original or Percent 1. You pay 532.75 for an electric drill at a hardware store. This price includes a \( 50 \% \) discount off the normal price. What is the normal price of the drill?

To find the normal price of the drill, you can set up an equation based on the information given. Let's call the normal price \( x \). Since you received a \( 50\% \) discount, you paid \( 50\% \) of the original price. This can be represented as: \[ \frac{50}{100} \times x = 532.75 \] This simplifies to: \[ 0.5x = 532.75 \] To find \( x \), divide both sides by \( 0.5 \): \[ x = \frac{532.75}{0.5} = 1065.50 \] Thus, the normal price of the drill is \( 1065.50 \). The thrill of finding discounts is both a skill and a user’s delight! Understanding how to calculate original prices and discounts can save money and help in planning purchases better. It’s wise to always keep an eye out for discounts, especially on big-ticket items! Want to sharpen your skills further? Try practicing with various discount percentages and original prices. Creating flashcards or quizzes for yourself can turn this important math into a fun challenge! You could even make it a game with friends or family!