A hardware store had 300 gallons of white paint on the shelves at the beginning of the month. At the end of the month, there were 252 gallons of white paint. What is the percent decrease in the number of gallons of white paint from the beginning of the month to the end?

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anonymous · Answer

16% was percentage decrease..:)

anonymous · Answer

can you please solve it so I can see how you came up with that answer, thank you

anonymous · Answer

ok well there are 300 right and it went to 252 so divide everything by 3 and it will give you an easier picture of the problem now you would have 100 and 84 left so now you subtract 100-84 and =16

anonymous · Answer

Thanks :)

anonymous · Answer

you're welcome..