SOLUTION: A pair of jeans is $42 but it's 9% off. How much do I pay?

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Question 628328: A pair of jeans is $42 but it's 9% off. How much do I pay?
Answer by Edwin McCravy(20065) About Me  (Show Source):
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You only pay the other 91% (because 100%-9% = 91%)

And 91% of $42 = .91×$42 = $38.22
Edwin