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Liv wants to buy a new pair of jeans for an upcoming party. She finds a pair she likes that was originally priced at $50 and is now on sale for $42. What is the percent of discount for this item?

A.) 16%
B.) 18%
C.) 20%
D.) 25%

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16% because $50x0.16=8 which means that there was a $8 discount. $50-$8=$42
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