Question

Xavier bought a bicycle that was on sale for 15% off.If Xavier paid $68 for the bicycle,how much money did he save,compared to the original price

Answer 1

453.33

Explanation:

Ratios:

`(15)/(100) =(68)/(x) \\\\15x=6800\\x=453.33`

Double check:

453.33(0.15) = 68