Question

The number of penguins in Antarctica decreased by 30% between last year and this year. Last year there were 650 penguins. What is the population this year?

Answer 1

455 Penguins

Explanation:

1.) 650 x 0.30 = 195

2.) 650 - 195 = 455

Final answer: 455 Penguins

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Answer 2

9514 1404 393

Answer:

455

Explanation:

The decrease was 30% of 650, or ...

0.30 · 650 = 195

So, the population this year is ...

650 -195 = 455