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Find the percent decrease. Round to the nearest whole percent.

From 145 pounds to 132 pounds = _________________________% decrease PLEASE HELP

User Lijo
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Do 132-145/132 x 100
User KyungHun Jeon
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Answer:

9% decrease

Explanation:

Percentage Decrease = [ (Starting Value - Final Value) / |Starting Value| ] × 100

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