Question

Flood waters decreased in Death from 15 in to 8. In what was the percent decrease?

Answer 1

Answer: It is 46.667 percent decrease

Step-by-step explanation:

To get the answer you subtract the two values first.

15-8=7

Then divide the answer by the original value. 7/15=0.46667

Then multiply the answer by 100

0.46667x100=46.667

And there you have it. Round as necessary.