The table shows the prices of a similar blazer from two different kiosks.
| Kiosk P |
Kiosk Q |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $125 |
40% |
$152 |
25% |
- Which kiosk sells the blazer at a cheaper price? (P or Q)
- How much cheaper is the blazer?
(a)
Selling price of the blazer from Kiosk P after discount in percentage
= 100% - 40%
= 60%
Price of the blazer from Kiosk P
= 60% x 125
=
60100 x 125
= $75
Selling price of the blazer from Kiosk Q after discount in percentage
= 100% - 25%
= 75%
Price of the blazer from Kiosk Q
= 75% x 152
=
75100 x 152
= $114
Kiosk P sells the blazer at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Kiosk Q and Kiosk P
= 114 - 75
= $39
Answer(s): (a) P; (b) $39
