The Candle Company is having its semiannual sale. All items are 40 percent off. If the original price of a candle basket is $120, what is the sale price?
Answer
A
$36
B
$48
C
$72
D
$84
Explanation
A 40% discount on $120 is 0.40 × $120 = $48. Subtract the discount from the original price: $120 − $48 = $72. The sale price is $72, choice C.
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