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What is the result when the number 56 is decreased by 50%

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Answer:

28

Explanation:

Because you're decreased the number, you'll subtract the percentage from 100%. Then , use ratio.

100% : 56

100% - 50% ( 50%) : ?

= 50/100 ×56

= 1/2 × 56

= 56/2

= 28

User Sreevisakh
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answer : 28
explanation : 50% of 56 is 28 so subtract 28 from 56 and you get 28
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