Question

What is the result of 8 decreased by 5%
Maybe show work or tell how you got it please?

Answer 1

Answer: 7.6

Step-by-step explanation:

95 ÷ 100 × 8 = 7.6

Answer 2

Answer: 7.6

Step-by-step explanation:

5% = 0.05

0.05 X 8 is 0.4. This is an increase.

To decrease, just subtract it.

8-0.4=7.6

8-5% is 7.6