Adam pays for a stereo system at a discount of 10%.
Bryan pays for the same stereo system at a discount of 30%.
Adam pays $1100 more than Bryan.
What is the usual price of the stereo system?
|
Adam |
Bryan |
Difference |
Discount in % |
10% |
30% |
20% |
Actual Discount |
|
|
$1100 |
Difference in the discount in percentage
= 30% - 10%
= 20%
20% → $1100
1% → 1100 ÷ 20 = $55
100% → 100 x 55 = $5500
Usual price of the stereo system = $5500
Answer(s): $5500