Question

The price of an item has been reduced by 35% the original price was $20 what is the price of the item now

Answer 1

Explanation:

First, change 35% to a decimal (0.35). Then do, 20 x 0.35 = 7. Lastly do, 20 - 7 = $13

or

You can First change 35% to a decimal (0.35). Then do, 1.00 - 0.35 = 0.65.

Lastly do, 20 x 0.65 = $13

Both ways are correct.

Answer 2

$13. 20 times 0.35 = 7 . 20 - 7 = 13