Percentage of the price of jeans

Thread starter Saree
Start date Jun 13, 2007

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A pair of jeans priced at $49.95 is on a 20% off sale, which calculates to a discount of $9.99. The calculation involves multiplying the sale price by 20%, resulting in a final price of $39.96 after the discount. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding percentage calculations in retail pricing. It also notes that a 20% discount does not imply the jeans cost 20% of the original price. Accurate calculations are essential for determining sale prices effectively.

Jun 13, 2007

Saree

1. a pair of jeans has a sale price of $49.95. If the store is having a 20% off sale, how much will the jeans cost?

2. Relevant Equation?

3. 20% x $49.95 = 20/100 x 49.95/1 = ? /100 = $??

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Jun 13, 2007

Dick

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20/100=0.20. What is 0.20*49.95? Do you have a calculator? Unusual question for 'Advanced Physics'!

Jun 14, 2007

Saree

that would equal 9.99!

Jun 14, 2007

Office_Shredder

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20% off doesn't mean it costs 20%

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