SSAT Math Question 584: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 584
13. For what price item does 40% off equal a $20 discount?
- A. $50.00
- B. $100.00
- C. $400.00
- D. $800.00
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Use the choices to see which original value will yield $20. Just by Ballparking, you can eliminate (B), (C), and (D) since these are too large. 40% of any of these numbers will be greater than $20. Try (A): 40% of 50 translates into 
(50) = 
(50) = 
= 
= 20. This matches the information in the question, so the correct answer is (A).