Question

If 20 is decreased by 40%, what is the new amount?

Answer 1

12

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Answer 2

Answer: The correct answer is 12.

Step-by-step explanation: If 20 is decreased by 40% the first thing that we need to do is calculate how much is 40% of 20.

20 x .4 = 8

Now, subtract 8 from 20:

The answer:

20 - 8 = 12