Asked by Timmy Nickel on Jun 30, 2024

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The Shoe Shop's normal rate of mark-up on selling price is 45%. What rate of markdown can the store offer on a pair of shoes normally priced at $140, and still realize a 20% rate of mark-up on cost at the sale price?

Mark-up

The sum added onto the purchase price of products to cover both overhead expenses and profit, establishing the retail price.

Markdown

A reduction in the regular selling price of a product or service.

  • Compute the markup considering the cost and subsequent selling price.
  • Analyze and estimate the markdown percentage needed to reach predetermined profit targets or break-even calculations.
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Grace MwangiJul 04, 2024
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