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Real-Life Percentage Calculations
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Real-Life Percentage Calculations
Work out each problem. Show your calculations where there is room, and include dollar signs in money answers.
Shopping discounts
1.A skateboard is priced at $84. It is on sale for 25% off. What is the sale price?
2.Which special has the greatest discount in dollars?
- A $70 helmet with 20% off
- A $95 jacket with 15% off
- A $48 ball with 35% off
3.A scooter was reduced from $320 to $248. What percentage discount was taken off its original price?
4.Lachlan has $120 to spend. A pair of rollerblades costs $160, with 25% off. Can she afford them? State the sale price and explain briefly.
GST calculations
For these questions, use 10% GST.
5.A board game costs $38 before GST. What is its price including 10% GST?
Item
Price before GST
GST and total
Football
$46
GST: $____ Total: $____
Lunchbox
$27.50
GST: $____ Total: $____
Sports bag
$135
GST: $____ Total: $____
6.A receipt shows a total of $165, including 10% GST. What was the price before GST?
Percentage problem solving
7.A camera costs $640 before a 12.5% discount. After the discount, 10% GST is added. What is the final price?
8.At a café, a family orders meals for $52 and drinks for $18. Find the 10% GST on the bill and the total amount to pay.
9.Explain one way percentage skills can help someone make a sensible choice when shopping. Include an example.
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