Jeff buys a calculator that is marked 30%off. If the original price was $50, what is the discount?

Kylc asked Nov 26, 2023

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Jeff buys a calculator that is marked 30%off. If the original price was $50, what is the

discount?

Kylc asked Nov 26, 2023

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Answer:

the discount comes to $15 off

Explanation:

percentages are reversible; 30% of 50 is the same as 50% of 30

Joe Mellin answered Nov 30, 2023

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