The table shows the prices of a similar shirt from two different stalls.
| Stall C |
Stall D |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $150 |
10% |
$140 |
35% |
- Which stall sells the shirt at a cheaper price? (C or D)
- How much cheaper is the shirt?
(a)
Selling price of the shirt from Stall C after discount in percent
= 100% - 10%
= 90%
Price of the shirt from Stall C
= 90% x 150
=
90100 x 150
= $135
Selling price of the shirt from Stall D after discount in percent
= 100% - 35%
= 65%
Price of the shirt from Stall D
= 65% x 140
=
65100 x 140
= $91
Stall D sells the shirt at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Stall D and Stall C
= 135 - 91
= $44
Answer(s): (a) C; (b) $44
