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Last year there were 205 ducks living on the pond. This year there are 20 % more ducks living on the pond. Is this a percent increase or decrease? *

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Answer:

I think decrease

Explanation:

20%/205= 0.000975

User Coffeesnake
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Answer:

This is an increase.

Explanation:

It says 20% *more* ducks which means the number is getting bigger.

User Algorithmic Canary
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