During a sale, Cindy found boxes of dog biscuits on sale for $0.69 that had previously cost $2.23. What percentage is the discount?

Qmarlats asked May 7, 2022

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Qmarlats asked May 7, 2022

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Answer:

The dog biscuits are approximately 69% off.

Explanation:

(1 - 0.69/2.23) * 100

(223/223 - 69/223) * 100

154/223 * 100 = 69%

Joe Saad answered May 12, 2022

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