Question

In a sale a tv has been reduced by 20%. it now costs £280. how much was it before the sale?

Answer 1

How do I take 20 % off a price?

Take the original price.

Divide the original price by 5.

Alternatively, divide the original price by 100 and multiply it by 20.

Subtract this new number from the original one.

The number you calculated is the discounted value.

Enjoy your savings!

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