Question

What is the result when the number 40 is decreased by 50%

Answer 1

Answer:

20

Step-by-step explanation:

40 x 50% = 20

So 50% of 40 equals to 20. Now, since it says decreased by 50%, we have to subtract 20 from 40 because we already know that 20 is the 50%. So 40 - 20 gives you 20.