Solve the Problem. -Roberto Is an Employee of a Store and Receives 20

question 64

Essay

Solve the problem.

-Roberto is an employee of a store and receives 20% discount off all items in the store.
During a sale, the price of a jacket is reduced by $15. Roberto will receive both his 20%
discount and the $15 off. Which is better for Roberto: to take his 20% discount first and
then subtract $15, or to subtract $15 first and then take his 20% discount? Explain.

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