SOLUTION: In 2004, John sold 390 bikes However, in 2005 he only 273 bikes. What was the percent of decrease?

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Question 585927: In 2004, John sold 390 bikes However, in 2005 he only 273 bikes. What was the percent of decrease?
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) About Me  (Show Source):
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Percent Decrease = [(Old - New)/Old] * 100

Percent Decrease = [(390-273)/390] * 100

Percent Decrease = [117/390] * 100

Percent Decrease = 0.3 * 100

Percent Decrease = 30%
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