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Write context for x - 0.40x =450
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Write context for x - 0.40x =450

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Explanation:

0.4 can be 40%

A number decreased by 40% is 450.

What would I decrease by 40%? Probably a discounted item.

Hmm.. what item should I buy... that's $450.

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I want to buy a phone. It was on sale for 40% off and I purchased it for $450. How much money was the original phone?

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