Solve the problem.
-If Gloria received a 3 percent raise and is now making $ 22,660 a year, what was her salary before the raise? Round to the nearest dollar if necessary.
A) $ 22,000
B) $ 23,000
C) $ 21,980
D) $ 20,660

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Gloria's new salary is the result of a 3% raise, so her previous salary was 100% of her original salary. To find the original salary, divide her new salary by 1.03 (100% + 3% = 103%, or 1.03 as a decimal). $22,660 / 1.03 = $22,000 (rounded to the nearest dollar).

Solve the Problem. -If Gloria Received a 3 Percent Raise and Is Now