Question

Identify the percent of change as an increase or a decrease. 16 centimeters to 44.2 centimeters.

Answer 1

The percent will increase 176.25%.

First subtract 16 from 44.2 to get 28.2

Then divide 28.2 by 16 to get 1.7625

Finally multiply by 100 to get a percentage

Answer 2

The percent will increased 176.25%. Hope it help!