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18 July, 02:24

40 decreased by 39 percent

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  1. 18 July, 04:45
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    24.4

    Step-by-step explanation:

    since 39% of 40 is 15.6 you have to subtract 15.6 from 40 to get 24.4
  2. 18 July, 04:52
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    The new number is 24.4

    Step-by-step explanation:

    Step 1: Make an expression

    40 decreased by 39 percent

    40 * (1 - 0.39) = x

    Step 2: Subtract

    40 * (1 - 0.39) = x

    40 * (0.61) = x

    Step 3: Multiply

    40 * (0.61) = x

    24.4 = x

    Answer: The new number is 24.4
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