Consumer Math Challenge

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What is a discount?

Back

A discount is a reduction in the price of a product or service, usually expressed as a percentage of the original price.

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How do you calculate the amount saved from a discount?

Back

To calculate the amount saved, multiply the original price by the discount percentage (in decimal form).

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If an item costs $60 and has a 20% discount, how much do you save?

Back

You save $12.

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What is the total cost when buying multiple items?

Back

To find the total cost, add the prices of all items together.

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If Samantha bought a dress for $45 and shoes for $30, what is her total spending?

Back

Samantha spent $75.

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What does 'sale price' mean?

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The sale price is the final price of an item after any discounts have been applied.

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How do you calculate the sale price after a discount?

Back

Subtract the discount amount from the original price.

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If a laptop originally costs $800 and is on sale for 15% off, what is the sale price?

Back

The sale price is $680.

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What does it mean to round a number?

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Rounding a number means adjusting it to a nearby value that is simpler or easier to work with.

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How do you round a number to the nearest tenth?

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Look at the hundredths place; if it's 5 or more, round up the tenths place by one.