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Florida's minimum wage in 2020 is $8.56 per hour. In 2021, the minimum wage will be $10 per hour. What is the percent change in the minimum wage? Round to the nearest whole percent.

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10 - 8.56 = 1.44
1.44 / 8.56 = 0.1682.....
0.1682... x 100 = 16.8%
17% (nearest whole %)
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