Question

if 1000 is decreased by 85% what is the new amount?

Answer 1

What is 85% of 1000?

Answer 2

You would find 85% of 1000 (1000 x 0.85) and subtract that amount from 1000.

Answer 3

I'm sure it's just 1000 x 0.85. You don't have to subtract that from 1000

@Broadwaybaby

Answer 4

oh yeah! I read the question wrong. @geerky42

Answer 5

Decreased TO 85% 1000 * 0.85 = 850
Decreased BY 85% 1000 - 1000 * 0.85 = 1000(1 - 0.85) = 1000 * 0.15 = 150