Let's calculate the percent discount for both Tomo and Nikki:

For Tomo:

• Original price: $144
• Sale price: $108
• The discount amount is $144 - 108 = 36$.

To find the percent discount: $\text{Percent discount} = \left(\frac{\text{Discount amount}}{\text{Original price}}\right) \times 100 = \left(\frac{36}{144}\right) \times 100 = 25\%.$ Tomo's discount is 25%.

For Nikki:

• Original price: $150
• Sale price: $111
• The discount amount is $150 - 111 = 39$.

To find the percent discount: $\text{Percent discount} = \left(\frac{39}{150}\right) \times 100 = 26\%.$ Nikki's discount is 26%.

Who gets the better deal?

Since Nikki got a 26% discount while Tomo got a 25% discount, Nikki gets the better deal.

Would you like more details or have any further questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

1. How would the discount change if Tomo bought the sneakers for $100 instead?
2. What is the difference in the dollar amount saved between Tomo and Nikki?
3. How would a 30% discount affect the price of a $200 item?
4. If a third friend bought sneakers originally priced at $120 with a 20% discount, what would the sale price be?
5. How much would Tomo save if the sneakers were discounted at 35%?

Tip: To quickly estimate discounts, use the formula $\text{Discount Percent} = \frac{\text{Original Price} - \text{Sale Price}}{\text{Original Price}} \times 100$.