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what is the result when the number 25 is decreased by 2.8%

Solution

w ha t i s t h e res u lt w h e n t h e n u mb er 25 i s d ecre a se d b y 2.8%

Solution

Amount after reduction : 24.3

Solution steps

Translate the problem into an equation:

x = 25 - 0.028 \cdot 25

x = 25 - 0.028 \cdot 25 : x = 24.3

Amount after reduction : 24.3

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