Question

Edith is shopping for a new leather couch. Jordan’s Furniture has one that costs $3,000. However, this weekend she can get a 15% discount. How much money will Edith save if she buys the couch this weekend?

A
$15

B
$2,550

C
$45,000

D
$450

Answer 1

Answer: D $450

Explanation:

Given: Edith is shopping for a new leather couch.

The cost price of furniture = $3,000

Discount Percent= 15%

Discount amount= 15% of $3000

Thus, Discount amount=
`(15)/(100)*3000`

Hence, Discount amount=$450

Since its the discount amount which Edith save if she buys the couch this weekend.

Hence, she save $450 save if she buys the couch this weekend.