How to Calculate a Discounted Price for a Television Purchase
What was the original price of the television purchased by Olivia?
A. $560
B. $240
C. $720
D. $400
Final answer:
After getting a 30 percent discount on an $800 television, Olivia paid $560.
Explanation:
Olivia bought a television with an original price of $800, but she received a 30 percent discount. To calculate the discount amount, we multiply the original price by the discount percentage:
$800 x 0.30 = $240
The discount amount is $240. Now, to find the price Olivia paid after the discount, we subtract the discount amount from the original price:
$800 - $240 = $560
Therefore, Olivia paid $560 after the discount. This corresponds to option (A).