Question

Perla buys the star necklace that is originally $49.95 but is currently on sale for 62% off. If she gets an additional 20% off, what is the final price of the necklace?

Answer 1

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Remark

It's not 82.

You have to take the 62% off and then follow it with 20% from the new price.

Solution

62%

If you get a reduction of 62%, it means that you pay 100% - 62% = 38% of the marked price of $49.95.

38% price =49.95 * 62/100

38% price = 3096.9 / 100

38% price = $30.97

20%  Reduction

20% more means that you pay 100% - 20% = 80%

20% more reduction = 30.97 * 80/100

20% more reduction = 2478/100

20% more reduction = 24.78

Conclusion.

Your final price before taxes is $24.78