Question

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1. one way to compute a 20% discount is to multiply the price by 0.20.

the price of a pair of sneakers is $84.50. calculate the discount. explain or show your reasoning.

Explanation:

Step1: Identify given values

Price = $\$84.50$, Discount rate = $0.20$

Step2: Calculate discount amount

$\text{Discount} = 84.50 \times 0.20$

Answer:

$\$16.90$