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Assume the average annual CPI values for 2015 and 2016 were 207.3 and 215.3, respectively. What was the percent increase in the CPI between these two years?

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Answer:

The correct answer is 3.859 %

Step-by-step explanation:

Year 2015 = 207.3

Year 2016 = 215.3

Year 2016 (215.3) - Year 2015 (207.3) = 8

Rule of three

207.3 ------- 100%

8 ---------- ?

(8 x 100) ÷ 207.3 = 3.859%

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