Question

What is the final amount if 705 is decreased by 19% followed by a 10% increase?

Give your answer rounded to 2 DP.

Answer 1

628.15

Explanation:

When the amount is decreased by 19%, it is effectively multiplied by (1 -19%) = 0.81. When it is increased by 10%, it is effectively multiplied by (1+10%) = 1.10. These two changes result in the value ...

705×0.81×1.10 = 628.155