SOL Review Quick Check 1

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What is a discount?

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

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How do you calculate the total cost after a tip?

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To calculate the total cost after a tip, add the tip amount (calculated as a percentage of the subtotal) to the subtotal.

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What does sales tax do to the price of an item?

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Sales tax is added to the price of an item, increasing the total amount paid.

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If 20 Fuji apples cost $12, how much do 5 Fuji apples cost?

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5 Fuji apples cost $3.

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What is the formula for finding the height of an object using similar triangles?

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Height of object = (Height of shadow) * (Length of object shadow) / (Length of object shadow) for similar triangles.

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What is the purpose of calculating the total amount in a restaurant bill?

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The total amount includes the cost of food, drinks, and any additional charges like tips or taxes.

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What does it mean to find the total in a math problem?

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Finding the total means calculating the sum of all amounts involved in the problem.

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What is the relationship between discounts and savings?

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The amount saved when a discount is applied is equal to the discount amount.

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How do you determine the amount saved during a sale?

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To determine the amount saved, multiply the original price by the discount percentage.

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What is a markup?

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A markup is an increase in the price of a product, often added to cover costs and profit.