The table shows the prices of a similar dress from two different stalls.
| Stall D |
Stall E |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $160 |
10% |
$136 |
25% |
- Which stall sells the dress at a cheaper price? (D or E)
- How much cheaper is the dress?
(a)
Selling price of the dress from Stall D after discount in percent
= 100% - 10%
= 90%
Price of the dress from Stall D
= 90% x 160
=
90100 x 160
= $144
Selling price of the dress from Stall E after discount in percent
= 100% - 25%
= 75%
Price of the dress from Stall E
= 75% x 136
=
75100 x 136
= $102
Stall E sells the dress at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Stall E and Stall D
= 144 - 102
= $42
Answer(s): (a) D; (b) $42
