Set 4: Percentages (Intermediate)

[Variation 1] **Choice C is the best answer.** Discount = 50% of 180 = 90. Sale price = 180 - 90 = 90 dollars

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

Recent studies show that an item costs $180 and is 50% off. What is the sale price?

An item costs $180 and is 50% off. What is the sale price?

✓ Correct

100

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 1] Choice C is the best answer. Discount = 50% of 180 = 90. Sale price = 180 - 90 = $90

Why others are wrong:

A: 85 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

B: 95 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

D: 100 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.