Answer:
Explanation:
The item was originally $135.
It is reduced to $81 which means the price was reduced
by $54. (135 - 81)
You need to find what percent 54 is of 135.
54 divided by 135 = .40
.40 = 40%
The item is reduced by 40%.
You can prove this by calculating how much of the original price you are paying. You are paying 60% (40% off).
135 times .60 = 81
So the answer is 40%.