Question

marco bought a pair of jeans on sale for 30% off the regular price of $54.00. what was the discount he received at the cash register and what was the sale price (not including tax)?

select an answer
a. discount = $3.00 ; sale price = $51.00
b. discount = $37.80 ; sale price = $16.20
c. discount = $16.20 ; sale price = $37.80
d. discount = $0.30 ; sale price = $53.70

Explanation:

Calculate the discount amount

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Calculate the sale price

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Match with the given options

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Answer:

• (A) discount = $3.00 ; sale price = $51.00
• (B) discount = $37.80 ; sale price = $16.20
• (C) discount = $16.20 ; sale price = $37.80 (Correct answer)
• (D) discount = $0.30 ; sale price = $53.70