The table shows the prices of a similar blazer from two different shops.
| Shop H |
Shop J |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $135 |
40% |
$180 |
20% |
- Which shop sells the blazer at a cheaper price? (H or J)
- How much cheaper is the blazer?
(a)
Selling price of the blazer from Shop H after discount in percentage
= 100% - 40%
= 60%
Price of the blazer from Shop H
= 60% x 135
=
60100 x 135
= $81
Selling price of the blazer from Shop J after discount in percentage
= 100% - 20%
= 80%
Price of the blazer from Shop J
= 80% x 180
=
80100 x 180
= $144
Shop H sells the blazer at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Shop J and Shop H
= 144 - 81
= $63
Answer(s): (a) H; (b) $63
