34. A special discount price is often given when a large number of items is purchased (bulk discount). Given that 6 cans normally cost \( \$ 9 \) find the cost of 240 cans if a \( 8 \% \) discount is applied.

To find the cost of 240 cans, we first need to determine the normal price per can. The cost of 6 cans is \( \$9 \), so the price per can is \( \$9 / 6 = \$1.50 \). Therefore, the regular price for 240 cans would be \( 240 \times 1.50 = \$360 \). Now, applying the 8% discount on \( \$360 \): Discount amount = \( 8\% \) of \( 360 \) = \( 0.08 \times 360 = \$28.80 \). Now, subtract that discount from the original price: Cost after discount = \( 360 - 28.80 = \$331.20 \). So, the cost of 240 cans after the discount is \( \$331.20 \).