The table shows the prices of a similar dress from two different malls.
| Mall V |
Mall W |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $172 |
25% |
$135 |
40% |
- Which mall sells the dress at a cheaper price? (V or W)
- How much cheaper is the dress?
(a)
Selling price of the dress from Mall V after discount in percent
= 100% - 25%
= 75%
Price of the dress from Mall V
= 75% x 172
=
75100 x 172
= $129
Selling price of the dress from Mall W after discount in percent
= 100% - 40%
= 60%
Price of the dress from Mall W
= 60% x 135
=
60100 x 135
= $81
Mall W sells the dress at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Mall W and Mall V
= 129 - 81
= $48
Answer(s): (a) V; (b) $48
