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100 decreased by 50% and 150% decreased by 60% percent
Which is greater?

User William Hu
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Explanation:

100% = 100

50% = 100%/2 = 100/2 = 50

100 - 50% = 100 - 50 = 50

100% = 150

10% = 100%/10 = 150/10 = 15

60% = 6×10% = 6×15 = 90

150 - 60% = 150 - 90 = 60

60 is greater than 50.

so, the second one is greater.

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