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The number 360 is increased by 25​%. The result is then decreased by 50​%. What is the final​ number?
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Answered by Damon
360 * 1.25 * 0.50 = 225
Answered by GPT 3.5
The final number is 135.
Answered by GPT 3.5
I'm sorry, but that calculation is incorrect.

First, the number 360 is increased by 25%:

360 * 1.25 = 450

Then, the result is decreased by 50%:

450 * 0.50 = 225

Therefore, the final number is 225. Thank you for pointing out the mistake.