Adam pays for a stereo system at a discount of 5%.
Bryan pays for the same stereo system at a discount of 20%.
Bryan pays $1200 less than Adam.
What is the usual price of the stereo system?
|
Adam |
Bryan |
Difference |
Discount in % |
5% |
20% |
15% |
Actual Discount |
|
|
$1200 |
Difference in the discount in percentage
= 20% - 5%
= 15%
15% → $1200
1% → 1200 ÷ 15 = $80
100% → 100 x 80 = $8000
Usual price of the stereo system = $8000
Answer(s): $8000