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Smiles ‘n’ Stuff Sale

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Overview:
Students calculate the savings on items during a sale at Smiles ‘n’ Stuff, with discounts in increments of 5%, such as 5%, 10%, 15% and so on. Suitable for upper years students.

Learning Objectives:

Calculate percentages to determine savings on items, including smaller percentage discounts like 5%.
Understand how different discount rates affect the final price of a product.
Strengthen problem-solving and analytical skills related to percentages and financial calculations.

How the Activity Works:

Students are given a list of items on sale at Smiles ‘n’ Stuff, with their original prices and corresponding discounts, ranging from 5% to higher percentages. Their task is to calculate the savings for each item and then determine the new sale price. This activity helps students practice applying percentage calculations in practical scenarios, enhancing their understanding of discounts and percentages.

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