Question

What is £900 decreased by 5%

Answer 1

05 x 900 = 45
900 - 45 = 855
900 decreased by 5% is 855.

Answer 2

First find out what 5% of 900 is.

0.05 * 900 = 45

Now subtract this from 900.

900 - 45 = 855

So £900 decreased by 5% is £855.