Question

Heather purchased a sapphire bracelet during the Jewelry Emporium's Semi-Annual Clearance Sale. If Heather paid $149.50 for the bracelet and the original price is $230.00, how much of a discount did she receive?
A.
35%
B.
30%
C.
45%
D.
65%

Answer 1

She received a 35% discount (A).

Answer 2

230 * 0.35 = 80.5
230 - 80.5 = 149.50, true
By guess and check, it’s A

Solution: A