The table shows the prices of a similar coat from two different boutiques.
| Boutique M |
Boutique N |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $150 |
20% |
$100 |
15% |
- Which boutique sells the coat at a cheaper price? (M or N)
- How much cheaper is the coat?
(a)
Selling price of the coat from Boutique M after discount in percent
= 100% - 20%
= 80%
Price of the coat from Boutique M
= 80% x 150
=
80100 x 150
= $120
Selling price of the coat from Boutique N after discount in percent
= 100% - 15%
= 85%
Price of the coat from Boutique N
= 85% x 100
=
85100 x 100
= $85
Boutique N sells the coat at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Boutique N and Boutique M
= 120 - 85
= $35
Answer(s): (a) M; (b) $35
