Question

Jimmy went shopping for a new watch. The original price was $250. It was marked down to $110. What is the percent of decrease? (Round final answer to the nearest tenth)​

Answer 1

Answer: 56%

Explanation:

Original price $250

Marked down price = 110

Difference = 140

Percent decrease:

= 140/250 = 14/25 x 100 = 56%