An airline is trying to promote its new Boston toAtlanta flight. The usual price of this flight is $215. However, the airline is offering a 30% discount until the end of the month. How much will the flight cost after the discount?
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To find the cost of the flight after the 30% discount, you need to calculate 30% of the original price (which is $215) and subtract that amount from the original price.
Step 1: Calculate 30% of $215
To find 30% of a number, you can multiply the number by 0.30 (which is the decimal equivalent of 30%).
30% of $215 = $215 * 0.30 = $64.50
Step 2: Subtract the discount amount from the original price
Now, subtract the discount amount ($64.50) from the original price ($215).
$215 - $64.50 = $150.50
Therefore, the flight will cost $150.50 after the 30% discount.