Question

Last year, Jay was 96 inches tall. This year, he is 108 inches tall. What is the percent increase in Jay's height?

Answer 1

Answer: 12.5%

Explanation:

From the information, last year, Jay was 96 inches tall while this year, he is 108 inches tall.

The percent increase in Jay's height will be:

= (108 - 96) / 96 × 100

= 12/96 × 100.

= 1/8 × 100

= 12.5%