What is 500 decreased by 15%?

425

500 decreased by 15% is 425.

How it is worked out

Multiply by 1 minus the percentage as a decimal.

500 × 0.85 = 425 — a reduction of 75

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What is 500 decreased by 15%?
500 decreased by 15% is 425. 500 × 0.85 = 425 — a reduction of 75.
How do you work this out?
Multiply by 1 minus the percentage as a decimal.
Can I use other numbers?
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