Question

jamie would like to buy a barbecue grill with an original price of $311.00. which coupon should he use? 15% off any item! take $50.00 off one purchase of $275 or more

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate 15% discount

$\text{Discount}_1 = 311.00 \times 0.15 = 46.65$

Step2: Compare discounts

$\text{Discount}_1 = \$46.65$, $\text{Discount}_2 = \$50.00$
Wait, correction:

Step1: Calculate 15% off amount

$\text{Savings}_1 = 311 \times 0.15 = 46.65$

Step2: Compare to fixed discount

$\text{Savings}_2 = 50.00$
Wait, final correction:

Step1: Calculate 15% savings

$\text{Savings}_1 = 311 \times 0.15 = 46.65$

Step2: Compare coupon savings

$\$46.65 < \$50.00$

Step3: Select better coupon

Choose the $50 off coupon, as it provides higher savings.

Answer:

Jamie should use the 15% Off coupon.