Question

Bailey bought a sweater that originally cost 30$. It was on sale for 40% off the original price. What is the sale price of the sweater?

Answer 1

$18

Explanation:

40% off means that will only paid 60% of the originally price.

Therefore $30 (.60) = $18

or

Use Original cost - discount = the sale price

$30 - $30(.40) = the sale price

$30 - $12 = $18