What is 2,000 decreased by 40%?

1,200

2,000 decreased by 40% is 1,200.

How it is worked out

Multiply by 1 minus the percentage as a decimal.

2,000 × 0.6 = 1,200 — a reduction of 800

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What is 2,000 decreased by 40%?
2,000 decreased by 40% is 1,200. 2,000 × 0.6 = 1,200 — a reduction of 800.
How do you work this out?
Multiply by 1 minus the percentage as a decimal.
Can I use other numbers?
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