Question

Richard owns a coffee shop.

In February, 4500 hot chocolates were sold.
The number of hot chocolates sold in March was 3% less.
How many hot chocolates are sold in March?

Answer 1

4,365

Explanation:

97% of 4500 = 4,365

Answer 2

4,365

Explanation:

number of hot chocolate sold in February=4500

the number of chocolate sold in March was 3% less

3% of 4500

= 3/100× 4500

= 0.03× 4500= 135

since the number of hot chocolate sold In February is 3% less, it will be 4500-135= 4,365

So therefore, the number of hot chocolate sold in March is 4,365