The table shows the prices of a similar blouse from two different boutiques.
| Boutique D |
Boutique E |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $160 |
20% |
$120 |
40% |
- Which boutique sells the blouse at a cheaper price? (D or E)
- How much cheaper is the blouse?
(a)
Selling price of the blouse from Boutique D after discount in percent
= 100% - 20%
= 80%
Price of the blouse from Boutique D
= 80% x 160
=
80100 x 160
= $128
Selling price of the blouse from Boutique E after discount in percent
= 100% - 40%
= 60%
Price of the blouse from Boutique E
= 60% x 120
=
60100 x 120
= $72
Boutique E sells the blouse at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Boutique E and Boutique D
= 128 - 72
= $56
Answer(s): (a) D; (b) $56
