Set 2: Percentages (Intermediate)

[Variation 1] **Choice A is the best answer.** Discount = 20% of 140 = 28. Sale price = 140 - 28 = 112 dollars

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

Recent studies show that an item costs $140 and is 20% off. What is the sale price?

An item costs $140 and is 20% off. What is the sale price?

112

✓ Correct

102

122

224

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 1] Choice A is the best answer. Discount = 20% of 140 = 28. Sale price = 140 - 28 = $112

Why others are wrong:

B: 102 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

C: 122 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

D: 224 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.