Question

A sofa regularly sells for $550. The sale price is $456.50. Find the percent decrease of the sale price from the regular price.

Answer 1

17% is the percen

Answer 2

The percent decrease of the sale price of the sofa from the regular price is 17%.

Explanation:

Sure! Here are the steps to find the percent decrease:

1. Find the difference between the regular price and the sale price: $550 - $456.50 = $93.50
2. Divide the difference by the regular price: $93.50 ÷ $550 = 0.17
3. Multiply by 100 to convert to a percentage: 0.17 × 100 = 17%

The percent decrease of the sale price from the regular price is 17%.