SOLUTION: If someone could clear up this misunderstanding I woul really appreciate it. The problem is: 4% of 50 = THe answer I got is 1 but my cousin keeps telling me that 1 and 1.0 a

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Question 21236: If someone could clear up this misunderstanding I woul really appreciate it. The problem is:
4% of 50 =

THe answer I got is 1 but my cousin keeps telling me that 1 and 1.0 are the same thing. Is she right?
Answer by elima(1433) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
She is correct, but the answer should be 2.
50*4%=2
=)