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A house on the market was valued at $225,000. After several years, the value decreased by 9% how much did the house's value decrease in dollars? What is the current value of the house?

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Decrease: $20,250

Current value: $204,750

Explanation:

To find the 9% of $225,000:

9 x 225000

(divide) 100

= 20,250

To find the current value:

225,000

- 20,250 = $204,750

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