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If a population decreased from 24699 to 17958 over five years what is the percentage decrease

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Answer:

27.29 % of decrease

Explanation:

24699 - 17958 = 6,741

What percentage is 6,741 from 24,699

X/100 = 6741/24699 (cross multiply)

(6,741 * 100) / 24,699 = 27.30%

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