Black Friday Discount Calculation

Matthew·

Math

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SubjectMath

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2. Black Friday "Percent Off" Shopping Spree Concept: Percents and Discounts. Student Tasks: Given a text list of items with original prices and varied discount rates (30% off, Buy One Get One 50% off), calculate the final cost of a specific "wish list." Grade: 6–8 Why it sells: Timely real-world math connection that reinforces decimal multiplication. Student-only worksheet • No teacher notes included • No answer key included

This learning resource focuses on calculating discounts during Black Friday shopping, teaching users how to determine the final price of items after applying various discount types. It includes a comprehensive guide on calculating percentage discounts, as well as examples for 'Buy One Get One' (BOGO) deals and exercises for practice. Key vocabulary terms such as 'Original Price,' 'Discount Amount,' and 'Final Price' are defined to enhance understanding. Students are encouraged to engage with practical problems, apply their knowledge to a personal shopping wish list, and even design their own sale scenarios. The resource also poses reflection questions to analyze the effectiveness of pricing strategies.