SOLUTION: a DVD payer originally costs $150. it is in sale for %72.50. what is the percent of the discount?

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Question 897017: a DVD payer originally costs $150. it is in sale for %72.50. what is the percent of the discount?
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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a DVD payer originally costs $150. it is in sale for %72.50. what is the percent of the discount?
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amount of the discount: 150-72.50 = 77.5
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% discount:: 77.5/150 = 51 2/3%
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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