The table shows the prices of a similar coat from two different shops.
| Shop W |
Shop X |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $115 |
20% |
$152 |
25% |
- Which shop sells the coat at a cheaper price? (W or X)
- How much cheaper is the coat?
(a)
Selling price of the coat from Shop W after discount in percentage
= 100% - 20%
= 80%
Price of the coat from Shop W
= 80% x 115
=
80100 x 115
= $92
Selling price of the coat from Shop X after discount in percentage
= 100% - 25%
= 75%
Price of the coat from Shop X
= 75% x 152
=
75100 x 152
= $114
Shop W sells the coat at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Shop X and Shop W
= 114 - 92
= $22
Answer(s): (a) W; (b) $22
