Solve the problem.
-Jack is currently driving into a headwind (17\% decrease). If his normal mileage is $50 \mathrm{mpg}$, what will his car's mileage be in the headwind? Round your answer to the nearest tenth.
A) $41.5 \mathrm{mpg}$
B) $50 \mathrm{mpg}$
C) $67 \mathrm{mpg}$
D) $7.3 \mathrm{mpg}$

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A 17% decrease from 50 mpg is calculated as $50 - (0.17 \times 50) = 50 - 8.5 = 41.5 \mathrm{mpg}$.

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