Mathematics
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Medium
Question
If y exceeds x by 25%, then x is less than y by what percent?
A
0.16
B
0.16333333333333
C
0.2
✓ Official correct answer
D
0.166
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A
0.16
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B
0.16333333333333
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C
0.2
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D
0.166
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Explanation
x is less than y by 25/125 = 20% (option 0.2).