Math Problem Statement

The manager at Gabriela's Furniture Store is trying to figure out how much to charge for a book shelf that just arrived. The book shelf was bought at a wholesale price of $147.00, and Gabriela's Furniture Store marks up all furniture by 60%. At what price should the manager sell the book shelf?

Solution

To calculate the selling price of the bookshelf:

  1. Wholesale Price: $147.00
  2. Markup Percentage: 60%

The formula to calculate the selling price is:

Selling Price=Wholesale Price+(Markup Percentage×Wholesale Price)\text{Selling Price} = \text{Wholesale Price} + (\text{Markup Percentage} \times \text{Wholesale Price})

Selling Price=147+(0.60×147)\text{Selling Price} = 147 + (0.60 \times 147)

First, calculate the markup amount:

0.60×147=88.20.60 \times 147 = 88.2

Add this to the wholesale price:

147+88.2=235.2147 + 88.2 = 235.2

Selling Price:

$235.20\boxed{\$235.20}

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Related Questions:

  1. What is the formula for calculating a selling price with different markup percentages?
  2. How would the calculation change if the markup percentage was based on the selling price instead?
  3. What are some factors influencing markup percentages in retail?
  4. How can discounts impact the markup percentage calculation?
  5. How does this calculation apply in other industries like food or fashion?

Tip:

When calculating percentages, always ensure the percentage is converted to its decimal form (e.g., 60% = 0.60) to avoid errors.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Percentage Calculation
Markup Pricing

Formulas

Selling Price = Wholesale Price + (Markup Percentage × Wholesale Price)

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8