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QuizMultiple Choice

Leasing vs. Buying a Car

Question 8 • 2025-2026 GSP Mathematical Reasoning for Decision Making

Ralph is leasing a car worth $24,000 for three years. His leasing company says that the car Ralph is leasing will only be worth $16,000 at the end of his lease. Approximately what percentage of the car’s original value will Ralph need to pay as part of his lease?

Answer
A
8%
B
16%
C
33%
D
67%

Explanation

The lease payment covers the car’s loss in value during the lease. It loses $24,000 − $16,000 = $8,000, and $8,000 ÷ $24,000 = 1/3, or about 33%. So Ralph pays about 33% of the car’s original value, choice C.

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