SOLUTION: A sweatshirt goes on sale for $27.It was originally $30.Is the change an increase or decrease i think decrease

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Question 830557: A sweatshirt goes on sale for $27.It was originally $30.Is the change an increase or decrease



i think decrease

Answer by JulietG(1812) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
You're correct. It begins at $30 and the price drops to $27. The price decreased by 10% ($30*.10=$3 -- that's the discounted amount).