Question

A $129.50 stereo is discounted 40%. The next month, the sale price is discounted 60%. Is the stereo now “free”? If not, what is the sale price?

Answer 1

Answer:No, the sale price is $31.08.

Step-by-step explanation:No, the sale price is $31.08.

Answer 2

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Original Price
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$129.50

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Discount
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40% of $129.50
= 0.4 x 129.50
$51.80

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Price after discount
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$129.50 - $51.80 = $77.70

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Further discount of 60%
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60% of $77.70
= 0.6 x 77.7
= $46.62

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Price after discount
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$77.70 - $46.62 = $31.08

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Answer: It is not free. It still cost $31.08.
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