Question

A computer that originally cost $500 is on sale for $350. What is the percent discount?

Answer 1

Answer:

30%

Step-by-step explanation:

1. 500 - 350 = 150
2. Set up a proportion: $\frac{150}{500} = \frac{x}{100}$  
3. Cross multiply, then divide: 150 × 100 = 15000, 15000 ÷ 500 = 30
4. Write the completed fraction: $\frac{30}{100}$  
5. $\frac{30}{100} =$ 30%

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