Question

Cool Down: Fish Population

The number of fish in a lake decreased by 25% between last year and this year. Last year there were
60 fish in the lake. What is the population this year? If you get stuck, consider drawing a diagram.
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Answer 1

the population this year is 15 I think

Explanation:

the population this year is 15 I think because 60 = 100% so if you divide 60 into two you will get 30 / 50%. then divide 30 again which would be 15 and that's 25 percent. only if you know what 60 divides by 2 and then 30 divided by 2.