Question 429165
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Hi
The original cost of the shirt was $30.00, discounted to $24
What percent was it discounted?  (30-24)/30 = 6/30 = .20  or 20% discount

CHECKING our Answer***
 $30 - .20*$30 = $30 - $6 = $24
OR 'paying 80%
 .80*$30 = $24