2. Two lamp distributors are willing to offer successive discounts for their clients. ABC Company gives discounts of 25%, 15%, & 10%. XYZ Supplier offers successive discounts of 20%, 35%, & 5%. Which company offers a better deal?
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Discount 1: 25% Discount 2: 15% of the remaining amount after the first discount Discount 3: 6% of the remaining amount after the second discount Discount 4: 10% of the remaining amount after the third discount To calculate the final discount, we need to Show more…
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