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During a basketball game, Jerel attempted 40 shots and made 18. He says he made 40% of the shots he took. Is Jerel correct? Explain your reasoning

During a basketball game, Jerel attempted 40 shots and made 18. He says he made 40% of the shots he took. Is Jerel correct? Explain your reasoning
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During a basketball game, Jerel attempted 40 shots and made 18. He says he made 40% of the shots he took. Is Jerel correct? Explain your reasoning

User Vishal Kashi
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Jerel is incorrect

40% of 40 shots would be 16, not 18

40 x .4 = 16.0
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