A computer software retailer has 1200 copies of a new software package to sell. From past experience, she knows that: • Half of them will sell right away at the original price she sets, • Two-thirds of the remainder will sell later when their price is reduced by 40%, and • The remaining copies will sell in a clearance sale at 75% off the original price. In order to make a reasonable profit, the total sales revenue must be \$72 000. To the nearest cent, what original price should she set?
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