Set 4: Percentages (Intermediate)

**Choice C is the best answer.** Decrease = 10% of 70 = 7. New price = 70 - 7 = 63 dollars

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

A price of $70 decreases by 10%. What is the new price?

126

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. Decrease = 10% of 70 = 7. New price = 70 - 7 = $63

Why others are wrong:

A: 53 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

B: 126 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

D: 58 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.