Question

You and your sister are splitting the cost of a birthday for your mom. Her present was $26.00 and it as on sale for 20% off. What is the total cost that each sister paid?

Answer 1

You and your sister each paid $10.40 for the present.

Explanation:

Discounted Price:
`"Price" - ("Price" * "Percent")=$26.00 - ($26.00*0.20) = $20.80`

Split Cost:
`($20.80)/2=$10.40`