The table shows the prices of a similar coat from two different shops.
| Shop N |
Shop P |
| Original Price |
Discount |
Original Price |
Discount |
| $180 |
15% |
$124 |
25% |
- Which shop sells the coat at a cheaper price? (N or P)
- How much cheaper is the coat?
(a)
Selling price of the coat from Shop N after discount in percent
= 100% - 15%
= 85%
Price of the coat from Shop N
= 85% x 180
=
85100 x 180
= $153
Selling price of the coat from Shop P after discount in percent
= 100% - 25%
= 75%
Price of the coat from Shop P
= 75% x 124
=
75100 x 124
= $93
Shop P sells the coat at a cheaper price.
(b)
Difference in price between Shop P and Shop N
= 153 - 93
= $60
Answer(s): (a) N; (b) $60
