A department store sells sweaters for $90. During a promotion, the sweaters are marked down 15%. What is the sale price of the sweaters?
A)$75.00
B)$76.50
C)$77.67
D)$78.14
E)$76.02

Question

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$90 marked down 15% is $76.50.
Key Takeaway: To find 15% of a 2-digit number, follow these steps:
First, multiply the number by 3 (90 x 3 = 270).
Then, divide that answer by 2 (270/2 = 135).
Move the decimal point in the resulting number one place to the left (135 becomes 13.5).
The amount of the discount in this problem is $13.50, so the sale price is $76.50.

A Department Store Sells Sweaters for $90