Question

The enrolment in a school increases by 8% to 1620 pupils. What was the original strength of the school?









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Answer 1

Answer:

1500

Step-by-step explanation:

Let us assume the original strength be x.

Therefore,

x + 0.08x = 1620

1.08x = 1620

x = 1620 / 1.08

x = 1500

Thus, The original strength of the school is 1500.