1/8 of all=mystery
mystery=3
'of' means multiply
therefor
1/8 times all=3
multiply both sides by 8/1 to clear fracion
all=24
<h3>hello!</h3>
What is 
of 12?
In order to find it, we should divide 12 by 4:-
3
Now, solve our word problem:-
Matthew bought 12 roses. 
of these roses were white.
And we already know how to solve this problem :)
Hence,
<h3>note:-</h3>
Hope everything is clear; if you need any clarification/explanation, kindly let me know, and I will comment and/or edit my answer :)
Answer: 60% increase followed by a 40% decrease belongs in less than original. A 50% increase followed by a 33 1/3 decrease also belong in less than original. A $20 decrease followed by a $20 increase belongs in same as original. A 75% decrease followed by a 50% increase belongs in less than original. A 100% increase followed by a 33 1/3 decrease belongs in less than original.
Step-by-step explanation:
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