Question

In 2011, a train carried 8% more passengers than in 2010. In 2012, it carried 8% more passengers than in 2011. Find the percentage increase in the number of train passengers from 2010 to 2012​

Answer 1

There was a 16% increase since 2010 to 2012.

Explanation:

8% + 8% = 0.16 x 100 = 16%.