The table shows the prices of a similar blouse from two different stalls.
| Stall X |
Stall Y |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $180 |
35% |
$132 |
25% |
- Which stall sells the blouse at a cheaper price? (X or Y)
- How much cheaper is the blouse?
(a)
Selling price of the blouse from Stall X after discount in percent
= 100% - 35%
= 65%
Price of the blouse from Stall X
= 65% x 180
=
65100 x 180
= $117
Selling price of the blouse from Stall Y after discount in percent
= 100% - 25%
= 75%
Price of the blouse from Stall Y
= 75% x 132
=
75100 x 132
= $99
Stall Y sells the blouse at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Stall Y and Stall X
= 117 - 99
= $18
Answer(s): (a) X; (b) $18
