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a cell phone costing R747 was advertised at a reduced price of R599.Calculate the percentage discount being offered ​

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Answer:

19.81% off

Explanation:

percentage decrease = new-old/old

599-747/ 747 = -148/747

-148/747 x 100 = -19.81%

so the price has been reduced by 19.81%

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