Problema Solution

Sara made 178,500 dollars this year , 5% higher than last year, How much did she make last year?

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Let 'x' represent the amount Sara made last year.

x + 0.05x = 178500

1.05x = 178500

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x = $170,000

Sara made $170,000 last year.