The table shows the prices of a similar dress from two different shops.
| Shop T |
Shop U |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $155 |
20% |
$140 |
40% |
- Which shop sells the dress at a cheaper price? (T or U)
- How much cheaper is the dress?
(a)
Selling price of the dress from Shop T after discount in percent
= 100% - 20%
= 80%
Price of the dress from Shop T
= 80% x 155
=
80100 x 155
= $124
Selling price of the dress from Shop U after discount in percent
= 100% - 40%
= 60%
Price of the dress from Shop U
= 60% x 140
=
60100 x 140
= $84
Shop U sells the dress at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Shop U and Shop T
= 124 - 84
= $40
Answer(s): (a) T; (b) $40
