The price of a Swatch watch increased 1 3/4 times from the price last year. If this year's price is $175, what was last year's price?
A) $75
B) $100
C) $60
D) $90
E) None of these

Name: The price of a Swatch watch increased 1 3/4 times from the price last year. If this year's price is $175, what was last year's price? A) $75 B) $100 C) $60 D) $90 E) None of these
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Last year's price can be found by dividing this year's price by 1 3/4 (which is 1.75). $175 ÷ 1.75 = $100.

The Price of a Swatch Watch Increased 1 3/4 Times