A Value-Oriented Store Buys Video Recorders for $230

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Essay

A value-oriented store buys video recorders for $230.75 less 42%, 11.5%. Expenses are 65% of normal selling price and the required profit is 13% of normal selling price. All merchandise is marked so that the store can advertise a discount of 55%, while still maintaining its regular margin. During the annual clearance sale, the price of the unsold item is marked down 70%. What operating profit or loss is made by the store on items sold during the sale?

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