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OpenStudy (anonymous):

the sweater was normally $50. it was on sale for $12 off. what was the percent of discount?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

What you think?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

50 - 12 is the easiest way heh

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Which is 38 so its 38%

OpenStudy (tkhunny):

How much did the price change? $12 What was the original price? $50 12 is what percent of 50? It's not 38.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i agree with @tkhunny

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Haha thanks so its 24%?

OpenStudy (tkhunny):

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