A mall gave a discount of $4 for every $30 spent. Nicole bought a windbreaker and paid $150 after the discount.
- What was the price of the windbreaker before the discount?
- What was the amount that Nicole saved?
(a)
Actual amount paid for every $30 spent
= 30 - 4
= $26
Number of sets of $26 spent
= 150 ÷ 26
= 5 r 20
Price of the windbreaker before the discount
= 5 x 30 + 20
= 150 + 20
= $170
(b)
Amount that Nicole saved
= 5 x 4
= $20
Answer(s): (a) $170; (b) $20