Question

A basketball backboard set that sold for $79 is discounted 15%. what is the sale price​

Answer 1

$67.15

Explanation:

The formula for increase & decrease is the original amount, subtracted by the new amount,

➡️ For this problem, the original amount is $79

⬅️ To get the new amount you must decrease it by 15% which would be $79 x .15= $11.85

↪️Then you have to figure out how much you subtracted by which is $67.15

Finally, check your work ✅ 11.85 + $67.15 = $79 or $79 - $11.85 = $67.15

HOPE YOU UNDERSTAND!

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Answer 2

67.15

Explanation:

Procedure:

The rate is usually given as a percent.

To find the discount, multiply the rate by the original price.

To find the sale price, subtract the discount from original price.