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Only on the web | 9 October 2009

How easy is it to spot a bargain?

You maybe one of those people who's always looking for bargain.

But do you get confused when a shop sign says 75% off and buy one item for £10 or two for £15?

The Learning and Skills Council say these kinds of discounts are stopping people from taking advantage of bargains, because they're too hard to work out.

But we decided to put you to the test to try and find out if teenagers are better at maths then adults.

We asked if one chocolate bar costs £1.99 but a special offer gives you two bars for £3.45, how much would the deal save you?


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