Set 4: Percentages (Intermediate)

[Variation 2] **Choice D is the best answer.** Discount = 50% of 40 = 20. Sale price = 40 - 20 = 20 dollars

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

Intriguingly, an item costs $40 and is 50% off. What is the sale price?

An item costs $40 and is 50% off. What is the sale price?

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 2] Choice D is the best answer. Discount = 50% of 40 = 20. Sale price = 40 - 20 = $20

Why others are wrong:

A: 25 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

B: 10 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

C: 40 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.