Write an algebraic equation and use it to solve the problem.
25) The population of a town is currently 48,000. This represents an increase of 30% from the
population 5 years ago. Find the population of the town 5 years ago. Round to the nearest whole
number if necessary.
A) 33,600
B) 14,400
C) 36,923
26) After a 16% price-reduction, a boat sold for $25.200 What was therboat!
D) 160,000
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