Question

Lisa wants to buy a pair of pants at the mall. The pants originally cost $80, but they are on sale for 15% off. What is the price that she will have to pay for the pants?

Answer 1

68 because 80-15% = 68

Answer 2

$68

Explanation:

Original cost of pair of pants at the mall:

100% = 80

1% = 80 ÷ 100 = 0.80

15% = 0.80 x 15 = 12 (Sale price)

80 - 12 = 68 (Price after the sale)