Question

The $200 digital camera Andres purchased was on sale for 15% off. How much was the discount amount?

$300
$20
$30
$270

Answer 1

30

Explanation:

200*0.15=30

Answer 2

$30

Explanation:

"15% off" is found by multiplying the original price ($200) by 0.15, which was the discount amount. That'd be $30. This corresponds to the third answer choice.