SOLUTION: There are 800 pupils in a school. 45% of the pupils are girls. Work out how many boys are in the school.

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Question 909907: There are 800 pupils in a school. 45% of the pupils are girls. Work out how many boys are in the school.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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55% boys
.55%2A800%29 = 440 boys