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The PTA at Newberg High School is having its annual dinner and auction to raise money for music and art programs. Last year, the event raised $84,240. This year, it raised $54,756. What is the percent of decrease in the amount raised?

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percent of change = absolute value of the original amount minus new amount divided by the original amount.

The answer is a 35% decrease
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