We know that
• Maria was getting 24 mpg (miles per gallon).
,
• Her mileage would increase by 8% with the new tires.
First, we find 8% of 24 mpg, remember that 0.08 is equivalent to 8%.
Second, add the 8% calculated to the mileage.
Therefore, her new mileage is 25.92 mpg.