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Question: math story problems…………………….?

Chris Tolbert had a balance of $1,200 until he withdrew $250. Find the percent of decrease in the balance. Find the answer to the nearest tenth of a percent.

I did that one but each time I came out with the wrong answer………

mr.johnson deposited 18% of her paycheck of $2,560 in her savings account. How much did she put in her savings account?

i just dont understand that one, if you can help me that would be great thanks

Answer: Chris Decrease in balance = 250/1200
= .2083 = 20.83% = 20%

Mr Johnson Savings deposit = $2560 * 0.18 = $460.80

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