Question

the number of fish in a lake decreased by 25 % between last year and this year there were 60 fish in the lake what is the population this year?

Answer 1

45

Explanation:

25%x60=15

15-60=45 fish

Answer 2

45 fish

Explanation:

If the population decreased 25%, you would subtract a fourth of 60 which is 15, 60 - 15 is 45.