The table shows the prices of a similar jumpsuit from two different shops.
| Shop H |
Shop J |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $140 |
30% |
$150 |
10% |
- Which shop sells the jumpsuit at a cheaper price? (H or J)
- How much cheaper is the jumpsuit?
(a)
Selling price of the jumpsuit from Shop H after discount in percentage
= 100% - 30%
= 70%
Price of the jumpsuit from Shop H
= 70% x 140
=
70100 x 140
= $98
Selling price of the jumpsuit from Shop J after discount in percentage
= 100% - 10%
= 90%
Price of the jumpsuit from Shop J
= 90% x 150
=
90100 x 150
= $135
Shop H sells the jumpsuit at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Shop J and Shop H
= 135 - 98
= $37
Answer(s): (a) H; (b) $37
