Provide an appropriate response.Roberto is an employee of a store and receives 20% discount off all items in the store. During a sale, the price of a jacket is reduced by $15. Roberto will receive both his 20% discount and the $15 off. Which is better for Roberto, to take the 20% discount first and then subtract $15 or to subtract $15 first and then take his 20% discount? Explain you answer.

Question

What will be an ideal response?

Answer 1

Answers will vary. It is better for Roberto to take his 20% discount first.