SOLUTION: Mr. Smith purchased $125.00 worth of spices and herbs. Because this was such a large order, the supplier charged Mr. Smith only $95.00. What percent discount did Mr. smith recieve?

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Question 280206: Mr. Smith purchased $125.00 worth of spices and herbs. Because this was such a large order, the supplier charged Mr. Smith only $95.00. What percent discount did Mr. smith recieve?
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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Mr. Smith purchased $125.00 worth of spices and herbs. Because this was such a large order, the supplier charged Mr. Smith only $95.00. What percent discount did Mr. smith recieve?
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Value of discount = 125-95 = 30
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Percent of discount 30/125 = 24%
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