Question

The value of x is decreased by 74% . Which expression represents this situation?

74x

0.74x




0.926x




0.26x

Answer 1

0.26x

Explanation:

If x is decreased by 74% then new value of x

= x - 74% of x

74% as decimal = 74/100 = 0.74

New value of x
= x - 0.74x

=x(1 - 0.74)

=0.26x