The Markup Rate of Whole Bean Coffee at the Starlite

question 35

Essay

The markup rate of whole bean coffee at the Starlite Coffee Shop is 28% based on cost. If the markup amount on a pound of whole bean coffee is $2.25, what is the cost of the coffee?

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Definitions:

Interest

The cost of borrowing money or the return earned on investments, typically expressed as a percentage.

Borrower

An individual, corporation, or other entity that receives funds from another party under the condition of returning the funds plus interest or other charges at a later date.

Lender

A financial institution or individual that provides funds to a borrower under the condition that the funds will be repaid with interest.

Supply

The aggregate sum of a good or service ready for sale at a specific price level.