The table shows the prices of a similar blazer from two different shops.
| Shop U |
Shop V |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $164 |
25% |
$110 |
20% |
- Which shop sells the blazer at a cheaper price? (U or V)
- How much cheaper is the blazer?
(a)
Selling price of the blazer from Shop U after discount in percent
= 100% - 25%
= 75%
Price of the blazer from Shop U
= 75% x 164
=
75100 x 164
= $123
Selling price of the blazer from Shop V after discount in percent
= 100% - 20%
= 80%
Price of the blazer from Shop V
= 80% x 110
=
80100 x 110
= $88
Shop V sells the blazer at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Shop V and Shop U
= 123 - 88
= $35
Answer(s): (a) U; (b) $35
