during a sale, a dress decreased in price from 60$ to $45. what was the percent decrease?

Question

During, a sale, a dress decreased in price from $60 to $45. what was the percent decrease?

Answer 1

60 - 45 = 15

 

The dress was decreased by $15.  $15 is what percentage of $60?

 

60x = 15

 

x = 15/60

 

x = .25

 

.25 = 25%

 

So the dress was reduced in price by 25%.  I'd say buy it - that's a good deal.  : )