Due to Wage Concessions, Bill's Hourly Wages Dropped from $19

question 208

Multiple Choice

Due to wage concessions, Bill's hourly wages dropped from $19.50 to $16.00. Find the percent decrease in his wages. Round to the nearest tenth of a percent if necessary.

• A) 17.9%
• B) 8%
• C) 1%
• D) 22%
• E) 2%

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