Set up an equation that can be used to solve the problem. Solve the equation and answer the question asked. After a 17% price reduction, a boat sold for $24,070. What was the boat's price before the reduction? (Round to the nearest cent, if necessary.)

A. $141,588.24
B. $28,161.90
C. $29,000
D. $4091.90


Answer: C

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