The table shows the prices of a similar coat from two different malls.
| Mall A |
Mall B |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $170 |
20% |
$132 |
25% |
- Which mall sells the coat at a cheaper price? (A or B)
- How much cheaper is the coat?
(a)
Selling price of the coat from Mall A after discount in percent
= 100% - 20%
= 80%
Price of the coat from Mall A
= 80% x 170
=
80100 x 170
= $136
Selling price of the coat from Mall B after discount in percent
= 100% - 25%
= 75%
Price of the coat from Mall B
= 75% x 132
=
75100 x 132
= $99
Mall B sells the coat at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Mall B and Mall A
= 136 - 99
= $37
Answer(s): (a) A; (b) $37
