Question

On Sunday, 845 people visited the zoo, whereas on Monday only 169 people visited. Find the percentage decrease in the number of visitors on Monday.

• A. 20%
• B. 80%
• C. 25%
• D. 65%

Answer 1

The correct option is B

80%

Given : No. of visitors on Sunday = 845

No. of visitors on Monday = 169

Decrease in the number of visitors on Monday = 845 - 169 = 676

$\therefore$ Percentage decrease

$=\frac{Decreaseinnumber}{Originalnumber}\times 100$

$=\frac{676}{845}\times 100=80$

Hence, the percentage decrease in visitors on Monday is 80%.