Question

I went into a store with a 70% off sign on the door. I found a pair of pants that were originally $49.99 for $30.00 I didn't think this was 70% off so I had to make sure. What were the real percentage off?

Answer 1

The sale price is 39.99 % off

Explanation:

To find the percentage off,

take 49.99 - 30.00 = 19.99

Then divide by 49.99

19.99/49.99

39.9879976

The sale price is 39.99 % off