SOLUTION: An auto dealership had to reduce the number of cars in its lot by 700 cars. In the previous year they had 2500 cars on their lot. What is the percentage of decrease of cars?

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Question 168117: An auto dealership had to reduce the number of cars in its lot by 700 cars. In the previous year they had 2500 cars on their lot. What is the percentage of decrease of cars?
Answer by checkley77(12844) About Me  (Show Source):
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700/2500=.28 or 28% reduction.