The table shows the prices of a similar sweater from two different stalls.
| Stall M |
Stall N |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $140 |
35% |
$165 |
40% |
- Which stall sells the sweater at a cheaper price? (M or N)
- How much cheaper is the sweater?
(a)
Selling price of the sweater from Stall M after discount in percentage
= 100% - 35%
= 65%
Price of the sweater from Stall M
= 65% x 140
=
65100 x 140
= $91
Selling price of the sweater from Stall N after discount in percentage
= 100% - 40%
= 60%
Price of the sweater from Stall N
= 60% x 165
=
60100 x 165
= $99
Stall M sells the sweater at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Stall N and Stall M
= 99 - 91
= $8
Answer(s): (a) M; (b) $8
