Question

Kyle's car repair costs $1000. He has 2 coupons which could save him $80 off of $1000, or 15% off of $1000. EXPLAIN WHICH COUPON WOULD SAVE KYLE THE MOST MONEY AND SUPPORT YOUR THINKING WITH MATHEMATICS

Answer 1

Answer:

Kyle would save more using his 15% off of $1000 coupon.

Step-by-step explanation:

15 ÷ 100 • 1000 = 150

1000 - 150 = $850

$150 is the amount the 15% coupon took off.

$850 is the amount Kyle will pay.

vs.

1000 - 80 = $920