Question

Use the multiplier method to decrease £27 by 8%. You must show your working.

Answer 1

I think it is 2.16 I’m not sure though

Answer 2

decrease by 2.16

Explanation:

Convert the problem to an equation using the percentage formula: P% * X = Y.

P is 10%, X is 150, so the equation is 10% * 150 = Y.

Convert 10% to a decimal by removing the percent sign and dividing by 100: 10/100 = 0.10.