Question

The Stillwater Storm team consists of 16 players. Each player needs a uniform set, including two jerseys, a pair of shorts, and a pair of socks. The price for each separate item is shown. Nine players need a medium size, and the others need a small size. If the team buys more than 10 sets, the team price for each set is $56. How much money is saved if the team buys all the uniform sets together rather than separately?

Answer 1

To find out how much is saved by purchasing the uniforms as a team, compare the total cost without the discount to the cost after applying the team discount for buying more than 10 sets. The savings is the difference between these two amounts.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question involves calculating the cost of uniforms for a sports team and determining the amount saved by purchasing in bulk. Since the team consists of 16 players, and a discount is offered for sets purchased above 10, it is more economical for them to buy the uniforms as a set for the reduced team price.

We are provided with item prices per set, but not the individual costs of jerseys, shorts, and socks. Assume the total individual cost of two jerseys, a pair of shorts, and a pair of socks is higher than the team price of $56 per set. Since the team is buying 16 sets, this would qualify for the discounted price.

To calculate savings, first find the total cost without the discount by summing individual item prices (provided in the question), which we don't have specific values for. Then, calculate the total with the discount by multiplying $56 by 16. The difference between these two totals would be the savings achieved by buying as a team.