The table shows the prices of a similar coat from two different stalls.
| Stall H |
Stall J |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $128 |
25% |
$165 |
40% |
- Which stall sells the coat at a cheaper price? (H or J)
- How much cheaper is the coat?
(a)
Selling price of the coat from Stall H after discount in percentage
= 100% - 25%
= 75%
Price of the coat from Stall H
= 75% x 128
=
75100 x 128
= $96
Selling price of the coat from Stall J after discount in percentage
= 100% - 40%
= 60%
Price of the coat from Stall J
= 60% x 165
=
60100 x 165
= $99
Stall H sells the coat at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Stall J and Stall H
= 99 - 96
= $3
Answer(s): (a) H; (b) $3
