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Growth and Decay Factors

Question 7 • 2025-2026 GSP Mathematical Reasoning for Decision Making

Your town has seen a steady decrease of job opportunities by the amount of 10% every year. If the number of jobs available at the end of last year was estimated at 350,000, then how many jobs will there be by the end of the following year?

Answer
A
45,000
B
385,000
C
35,000
D
315,000

Explanation

A 10% decrease means 90% of the jobs remain after one year. Calculate 350,000 × 0.90 = 315,000, so there will be 315,000 jobs. The correct choice is 315,000.

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