For the following real-world examples, determine whether each situation represents a percent increase or a percent decrease. ( i
ncrease or decrease )
Sales tax on an item is a percent .
A discount on an item is a percent .
A tip on a bill is a percent
1 answer:
Answer:
- increase
- decrease
- increase
Step-by-step explanation:
- A sales tax is ALWAYS an increase. That's why governments use sales taxes.
- A discount is ALWAYS a decrease. That's it's definition. You are being given a break.
- A tip is meant to supplement the pay someone gets. It's an increase from your point of view.
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