What is 1,000 decreased by 20%?

800

1,000 decreased by 20% is 800.

How it is worked out

Multiply by 1 minus the percentage as a decimal.

1,000 × 0.8 = 800 — a reduction of 200

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What is 1,000 decreased by 20%?
1,000 decreased by 20% is 800. 1,000 × 0.8 = 800 — a reduction of 200.
How do you work this out?
Multiply by 1 minus the percentage as a decimal.
Can I use other numbers?
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