The table shows the prices of a similar jumpsuit from two different malls.
| Mall M |
Mall N |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $160 |
35% |
$100 |
20% |
- Which mall sells the jumpsuit at a cheaper price? (M or N)
- How much cheaper is the jumpsuit?
(a)
Selling price of the jumpsuit from Mall M after discount in percent
= 100% - 35%
= 65%
Price of the jumpsuit from Mall M
= 65% x 160
=
65100 x 160
= $104
Selling price of the jumpsuit from Mall N after discount in percent
= 100% - 20%
= 80%
Price of the jumpsuit from Mall N
= 80% x 100
=
80100 x 100
= $80
Mall N sells the jumpsuit at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Mall N and Mall M
= 104 - 80
= $24
Answer(s): (a) M; (b) $24
