Adam pays for a stereo system at a discount of 5%.
Bryan pays for the same stereo system at a discount of 25%.
Adam pays $1140 more than Bryan.
What is the usual price of the stereo system?
|
Adam |
Bryan |
Difference |
Discount in % |
5% |
25% |
20% |
Actual Discount |
|
|
$1140 |
Difference in the discount in percentage
= 25% - 5%
= 20%
20% → $1140
1% → 1140 ÷ 20 = $57
100% → 100 x 57 = $5700
Usual price of the stereo system = $5700
Answer(s): $5700