The table shows the prices of a similar blouse from two different stalls.
| Stall D |
Stall E |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $164 |
25% |
$120 |
35% |
- Which stall sells the blouse at a cheaper price? (D or E)
- How much cheaper is the blouse?
(a)
Selling price of the blouse from Stall D after discount in percent
= 100% - 25%
= 75%
Price of the blouse from Stall D
= 75% x 164
=
75100 x 164
= $123
Selling price of the blouse from Stall E after discount in percent
= 100% - 35%
= 65%
Price of the blouse from Stall E
= 65% x 120
=
65100 x 120
= $78
Stall E sells the blouse at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Stall E and Stall D
= 123 - 78
= $45
Answer(s): (a) D; (b) $45
