Question

caroline, an employee of hollister, bought a sweater originally priced at $55 for $38.50 after her employee discount. what percent off is the employee discount?

Answer 1

Answer is 70%

38.50
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55 100

38.50 x 100 = 3850

3850 divided by 55 = 70

Answer 2

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