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Math Problems: How Much Percent Off Is This?

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Math Problems: How Much Percent Off Is This?

1.3.11 2:00 PM EDT By Ben Popken

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Reader Nathan spotted these confusing sale signs at a Belk and can’t figure out how much off he’s supposed to get. Can you?

1.3.11By Ben Popken

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