Question

Kara started a weight loss program weighing in at 250 lbs. After the first month, she lost 50 lbs. What percent of her weight did she lose?

Answer 1

250 lbs -------> 200 lbs

          -50 lbs

50/250 = 1/5 = 20%

answer: 20%

Answer 2

Kara lost 20% of the weight