Q. What is the percent of change from 34 to 17?Choices:(A) 5% decrease(B) 5% increase(C) 50% increase(D) 50% decrease
Calculate Difference: Calculate the difference between the initial and final values. 34−17=17
Determine Percent of Change: Determine the percent of change using the formula: (Amount of change/Original amount)×100%.Percent of change = (17/34)×100%= 0.5×100%= 50%
Identify Change Type: Identify if the change is an increase or a decrease.Since the value decreased from 34 to 17, it is a decrease.