SOLUTION: Jackie bought a dress on sale for $63. The original cost was $81. What fraction represents the discount Jackie received when buying the dress?

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Question 1053264: Jackie bought a dress on sale for $63. The original cost was $81.
What fraction represents the discount Jackie received when buying
the dress?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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81-63 = 18
%2818%2F81%29%2A100 = 22.2% discount