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Brian has reduced his cholesterol level by 16% by following a strict diet and regular exercise. If his original level was 260, what is his approximate cholesterol level now?

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Answer:

218.4

Explanation:

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Original amount (260) subtracted by original amount times percent drop (16%).

=260 - (260 * 16%)
=269 - (260 * 0.16)
=260 - 41.6
=218.4 new cholesterol level

ANSWER:
His new cholesterol level is 218.4.

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