Set up an equation that can be used to solve the problem. Solve the equation and answer the question asked.
-Ming got a 19% raise in her salary from last year. This year she is earning $226,100. How much did she make last year?
A) $190,000
B) $4,295,900
C) $36,100
D) $11,900

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Let X be the amount Ming earned last year. Her raise can be expressed as 0.19X. Therefore, her total salary for this year can be expressed as X + 0.19X = 1.19X. We know that this amount is $226,100, so we can set up the equation:
1.19X = $226,100
Solving for X, we get:
X = $190,000
Therefore, Ming earned $190,000 last year. Option A is the correct answer.

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