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Question 28 • Financial Math

A candle that normally sells for 11 dollars has been discounted to 3 fourths of its original price. What is the new price for the candle?

Answer
A
13 point 7 5 dollars
B
8 point 2 5 dollars
C
2 point 7 5 dollars
D
19 point 2 5 dollars

Explanation

A price discounted to three-fourths of its original price is found by multiplying the original price by 3/4. Calculate 11 × 3/4 = 33/4 = 8.25 dollars. So the new price is 8.25 dollars, choice B.

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