Question

The result of a number when decreased by 20% is 192.Find this number

Answer 1

I got 192.2

Decreased is the same as Subtract. So, in this case, you add. 192 + 20% = 192.2

Check your answer by subtracting 192.2 by 20%

192.2 - 20% = 192.

Answer 2

Take 192 / 4 = 48
48 x 8 = 240
The original number is 240