Question

Scott bought a ladder for $88.75. The store was having a sale of 20% off. What was the cost of the ladder after the discount?

Answer 1

Answer:

$71

Step-by-step explanation:

To calculate the cost of the ladder after the discount, first we need to find the discount price.

Discount can be calculated by using the formula;

$\sf Discount = \dfrac{Discount \%}{100} \times original \ price .$

Substituting the required values, we have;

$\sf Discount = \dfrac{20 \%}{100} \times \ 88.75$

$\sf Discount = 0.2 \times \ 88.75$

$\sf Discount = \ 17.75$

Now, Cost of ladder after the discount = Original price - discount

$\sf = \ 88.75 - \ 17.75$

$\bf= \ 71$

Hence, the cost of the ladder after the discount is $71