The following questions highlight how changes in numbers can

Last updated: 1/17/2024

The following questions highlight how changes in numbers can be measured in both absolute and relative or percentage terms Two stores in a mall are having promotions The first Annie s Attic is offering 10 00 off any purchase The other Betty s Breakables is offering 40 off any purchase Each store offers a music box at a non discounted price of 60 and a faux Ming vase for 30 00 as summarized in the following table Determine the promotional price of each item at each store Item A music box A faux Ming vase Original Price Dollars 60 30 00 S 10 00 Off Dollars Discount What advice should you give your friend in this situation 40 Off Dollars Suppose a friend of yours wants to buy a crystal candlestick You remember seeing this item at both Annie s Attic and Betty s Breakables but you do not remember the price O Go to Betty s Breakables if the price is above 25 00 Go to Betty s Breakables 40 off is always better than 10 00 off Go to Betty s Breakables if the price is below 25 00