Question

A video game system that normally sells for $249 is on sale for 15% off. Which expression can be used to find the amount of the discount? Select all that apply.
A. 0.15(2.29) B. 3/20 X249 C. 0.15 X249 D. 15 X249 E. 15/100 X 249

Answer 1

C. This is because to find a percentage markdown you need to multiply by the decimal value of the percentage. 

Answer 2

It is given the video game that sells  for $249 is on sale for 15% off. Off means there is a reduction in price. The discount rate is 15%.

The Discount means reduction in price.

We need to find an expression that will help find the discount on $249,

Discount = 15% of 249

Percent is out of 100

15% =0.15

Discounted price = 15% of 249 =0.15 x 249.

Option C. 0.15 X249 is the right choice.