Question

jayden's old washing machine took 31 1/2 minutes to wash a load. He bought a new washing machine that takes 10% longer. How long does jayden's new washing machine take to wash a load?

Answer 1

28.35

Explanation:

10 percent of 31.5 = 3.15

31.5

-3.15

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28.35

Answer 2

34.45 minute or 34 and 9/20 minutes

Explanation:

10 percent of 31.5 is 3.15

And 31.5+3.15=34.45

We add because it is 10% longer.