A Local RadioShack Store Wants to Buy a New Line

question 66

Multiple Choice

A local RadioShack store wants to buy a new line of plasma TVs. Manufacturer A offers chain discounts of 18/12, and Manufacturer B offers terms of 17/13. Which single equivalent discount rate is the best deal?

• A)0.7221: Manufacturer A
• B)0.7216: Manufacturer B
• C)0.2779: Manufacturer A
• D)0.2784: Manufacturer A
• E)None of these

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