The table shows the prices of a similar sweater from two different stalls.
| Stall B |
Stall C |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $130 |
30% |
$160 |
25% |
- Which stall sells the sweater at a cheaper price? (B or C)
- How much cheaper is the sweater?
(a)
Selling price of the sweater from Stall B after discount in percentage
= 100% - 30%
= 70%
Price of the sweater from Stall B
= 70% x 130
=
70100 x 130
= $91
Selling price of the sweater from Stall C after discount in percentage
= 100% - 25%
= 75%
Price of the sweater from Stall C
= 75% x 160
=
75100 x 160
= $120
Stall B sells the sweater at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Stall C and Stall B
= 120 - 91
= $29
Answer(s): (a) B; (b) $29
