2023 AMC 10 B

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Problem 2 Easy

Carlos went to a sports store to buy running shoes. Running shoes were on sale, with prices reduced by 20%on every pair of shoes. Carlos also knew that he had to pay a 7.5% sales tax on the discounted price. He had 43 dollars. What is the original (before discount) price of the most expensive shoes he could afford to buy? (2023 AMC10B Q2)

  • A.

    $46

  • B.

    $50

  • C.

    $48

  • D.

    $47

  • E.

    $49

Answer:B