Question

the sale price of every item in the store is 85% of its usual price . The usual price of a sweatshirt in 18$ what is its sales price

Answer 1

I believe the question is saying a discount of 15% because each item is 85% of usual price.

change percent to decimal and multiply by amount

.15 x 18=2.70 is the discount.

18.00-2.70=15.30 is the sale price

Answer 2

Answer: The sale price of the sweatshirt is $15.3.

Explanation:

Hi, to solve this problem we have to analyze the information given.

• Price of sweatshirt: $18

• Sale discount: 85% of the usual price. (0.85)

So, we have to multiply the original price by the percentage (in decimals) to obtain the sale price.

• $18x 0.85 = $15.3

In conclusion, the sale price is $15.3.

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