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Find the new amount given the original amount and the percent of change.Round to the nearest whole number.


James started with 22 super balls and decreased his stash by 15%.


Becky’s Vaporeon is at a CP level of 1645. She decided to power it up for a 3% increase.

Respuesta :

Using proportions, it is found that the amounts are given as follows:

  • James: 18.7 super balls.
  • Becky's: 1694.35.

What is a proportion?

A proportion is a fraction of a total amount, and the measures are related using a rule of three.

James' amount decreased by 15%, that is, it is multiplied by 0.85, hence:

0.85 x 22 = 18.7 super balls.

Becky's amount is increased by 3%, that is, 103% of the original amount, which is multiplied by 1.03, hence:

1.03 x 1645 = 1694.35.

More can be learned about proportions at https://brainly.com/question/24372153

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