The table shows the prices of a similar windbreaker from two different shops.
| Shop Q |
Shop R |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $170 |
20% |
$108 |
25% |
- Which shop sells the windbreaker at a cheaper price? (Q or R)
- How much cheaper is the windbreaker?
(a)
Selling price of the windbreaker from Shop Q after discount in percent
= 100% - 20%
= 80%
Price of the windbreaker from Shop Q
= 80% x 170
=
80100 x 170
= $136
Selling price of the windbreaker from Shop R after discount in percent
= 100% - 25%
= 75%
Price of the windbreaker from Shop R
= 75% x 108
=
75100 x 108
= $81
Shop R sells the windbreaker at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Shop R and Shop Q
= 136 - 81
= $55
Answer(s): (a) Q; (b) $55
