40 decreased by 39 percent

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Mathematics

Kate

18 July, 02:24

40 decreased by 39 percent

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Ashley Frye · Answer 1

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

Heidi Mcconnell · Answer 2

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