The cost of groceries for the Nguyen family was $210. The family used a coupon for 25% off the cost. What was the final cost after the coupon was used

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To calculate the final cost after applying the coupon, first determine the amount of the discount.

  1. Calculate the discount amount: \[ \text{Discount} = \text{Original cost} \times \text{Discount rate} \] \[ \text{Discount} = 210 \times 0.25 = 52.50 \]

  2. Subtract the discount from the original cost to find the final cost: \[ \text{Final cost} = \text{Original cost} - \text{Discount} \] \[ \text{Final cost} = 210 - 52.50 = 157.50 \]

So, the final cost after the coupon was used is $157.50.