Question

What is the final amount if 700 is decreased by 6% followed by a 7% increase? Give your answer rounded to 2 DP.

Answer 1

Answer:

707

Step-by-step explanation:

6 percent of 700 is 6 × 700 = 42

subtract 42 (the 6 percent) from 700 = 658

7% of 700 is 7 × 700 = 49

Add 49 and 658 =707