Question:
In this discussion, you will work in small groups in online discussions to solve a mathematics problem involving percents. This group discussion will help prepare you for activity M2A2, in which you will write and submit an individual complete solution to a similar problem.
Solve the following problem and post your solutions to the discussion forum.
Last season, a pair of jeans cost $35.95. This season, the price of the jeans increased by 25 percent. Later in the season, the jeans were put on sale for 25 percent off.
How much did the jeans cost at the beginning of the season?
What was their sale price?
Were you surprised by the sale price of the jeans? Why or why not?
What would the jeans cost if they had gone on sale by 25% first, and then had their price increased by 25%? Why?
Be sure to answer all parts of the question above. It is possible that you will not be successful at answering all parts of the question at this point, and that is okay. Describe what you were able to solve and what questions you have remaining.
Make sure that you follow the Discussion Problem Instructions, including posting your original thread and responding to your classmates.