Worked Example
Applied word problem 8
For Class 8 Mathematics, explain or solve a discount and marked price question from the chapter "Comparing Quantities". Focus on applied word problem and show the working clearly.
Step-by-step solution path
- Read the topic idea: Discount and Marked Price.
- Recall the core explanation from the chapter: Discount, tax, profit-loss, simple interest and compound interest.
- Use the related formula "SI vs CI Difference" as the main tool while solving.
- Write the reasoning in simple school-level language before the final answer.
Final learning answer
This example is centred on Discount and Marked Price. A strong solution should identify the correct data, apply SI vs CI Difference, and explain each transition instead of jumping directly to the answer.
Related formula
SI vs CI Difference
CI - SI = P(R/100)² (for 2 years)