SOLUTION: I was given a 40$ check but 65% was took out first.how much was took

SOLUTION: I was given a 40$ check but 65% was took out first.how much was took

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Question 768132: I was given a 40$ check but 65% was took out first.how much was took
Answer by Cromlix(4381) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
65/100 * $40 = $26.
So, $26 dollars were taken out
leaving you with $14.
Hope this helps.
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