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In January, the depth of a lake was 1,178 feet. In August, the depth of the lake was 1,001.3 feet. What is the percentage decrease of the depth of the lake from January to August?

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Answer:

15%

Explanation:

decrease in depth = 1,178 - 1,001.3 = 176.7

percentage decrease = 176.7/1,178 = 0.15 = 15%

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