50; 41 is this a percent increase or decrease? What is the percent increase or decrease

This is a decrease, because the new number is smaller than the original number. To find the percent decrease, set up an equation where x = the percent decrease.

50 • x = 41.

To solve, divide both sides by 50:

41/50 = 0.82

Move the decimal right 2 places:

82%.

41 is 82% of 50.